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Query: UMLS:C0029713 (
immaturity
)
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document(s) hit in 31,850,051 MEDLINE articles (0.00 seconds)
Neonatal skin experiences a progressive adaptation to the extrauterine environment during which special care is needed. The
immaturity
of the epidermal barrier in the neonatal period may cause
dry skin
, vulnerability to trauma, rapid onset of microbial colonization and percutaneous drug toxicity. This article reviews the practical implications for hygiene, bathing practices, skin integrity, emollient use, infection control and exposure to percutaneous toxic agents in preterm and term infants.
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PMID:Skin care for preterm and term neonates. 1957 34
