Ariana Boswell

All articles by Ariana Boswell

• Current guidelines for hematologic complications during pregnancy

  A recent review article describes the current guidelines for various hematological pregnancy complications including FNAIT.

• NICU program promotes collaboration between parents and staff

  A study found that NICUs that successfully implement a program encouraging family involvement see improvements in family-centered care.

• Careful ultrasound inspection key to detecting neonatal ICH

  While ultrasonography is often inferior to MRI in detecting cerebellar hemorrhage, increased scrutiny may improve detection rates.

• Noninvasive fetal blood test could aid in FNAIT diagnosis

  A new assay can help detect maternal-fetal incompatibilities in blood group and platelet antigens, which can lead to conditions such as FNAIT.

• Study calls for more research on blood donor clinical characteristics

  A recent literature review highlights the need for more research on blood donor characteristics and their impact on patient outcomes.

• Study: Main causes of severe neonatal thrombocytopenia in China

  A recent study found that sepsis, genetic mutations and perinatal asphyxia are common causes of severe neonatal thrombocytopenia in China.