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What is the primary cause of hemolytic disease of the newborn as identified by Dr. Louis Diamond?

  • Incompatibility between the mother's and baby's blood (correct)
  • Genetic mutations in the fetus
  • Nutritional deficiencies in the mother
  • Viral infections during pregnancy

What percentage of babies born with ABO incompatibility develop hemolytic disease of the newborn?

  • 1% (correct)
  • 10%
  • 50%
  • 20%

When were therapeutic antibodies first trialed to prevent hemolytic disease of the newborn?

  • 1980s
  • 1960s (correct)
  • 1940s
  • 1930s

Which principle explains the specific inheritance patterns associated with hemolytic disease of the newborn?

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What method can be utilized to monitor fetuses at risk for hemolytic disease of the newborn?

<p>Amniotic fluid analysis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment option aims to remove harmful antibodies from a mother's circulation during pregnancy to prevent hemolytic disease?

<p>Therapeutic antibody administration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of Landsteiner's research related to hemolytic disease of the newborn?

<p>Discovery of the Rh blood group system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common characteristic of hemolytic disease of the newborn?

<p>Presence of jaundice in newborns (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of RhD-negative immunoprophylaxis?

<p>To prevent Rh-induced HDFN in at-risk mothers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which racial group has the highest prevalence of HDFN in the US?

<p>Black females from southern states (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes codominance?

<p>Both alleles are equally expressed in the phenotype. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of pregnant at-risk women still experience sensitization despite standardization of RhD immune globulin?

<p>0.1% to 0.4% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is not associated with non-Mendelian inheritance?

<p>Dominant traits overshadow recessive traits. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common method of diagnosing HDFN in a newborn?

<p>Blood type testing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does HDFN primarily occur?

<p>Incompatibility between maternal and fetal blood types (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about blood types in the ABO system?

<p>IA and IB alleles are codominant. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which fetal monitoring technique is used to assess organ size and fluid accumulation?

<p>Ultrasound scans (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of administering intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) after birth?

<p>To reduce the destruction of red blood cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key preventive measures to address Rh-related hemolytic disease?

<p>Administration of Rh immunoglobulin to Rh-negative mothers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might necessitate early delivery of a fetus diagnosed with anemia?

<p>Mature lungs and worsening condition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the genetic inheritance pattern of hemolytic disease of the newborn caused by ABO blood group incompatibility?

<p>Codominance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment is NOT commonly performed on a newborn with severe anemia due to hemolytic disease?

<p>Early delivery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does raising awareness about hemolytic disease play in its management?

<p>It helps ensure timely prenatal care and checkups. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What procedure is performed to break down excess bilirubin in a newborn diagnosed with jaundice?

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Flashcards

Hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN)

A condition where a mother's antibodies attack the newborn's red blood cells, leading to anemia and possibly death.

ABO incompatibility

A type of HDN where the mother and baby have different ABO blood types.

Rh-D incompatibility

A type of HDN caused by a difference in the Rh-D blood factor between mother and baby.

Erythroblastosis fetalis

An older term for HDN, referring to the presence of immature red blood cells (erythroblast) in the blood.

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1930s (HDN)

The decade when the cause of HDN, the attacking of the baby's red blood cells by mother's antibodies, was verified.

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1600s (HDN)

Earliest documented cases of newborns with jaundice and death (related to HDN).

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Incidence of HDN

About 1695 cases per 100,000 live births, regardless of the cause.

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ABO incompatibility incidence

20% of babies have ABO incompatibility, but only 1% develop HDN.

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Rh-induced HDFN prevalence

The frequency of hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDFN) caused by Rh factor incompatibility between mother and baby, decreased significantly post-1968.

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Non-Mendelian trait

Genetic traits that do not follow the simple dominant/recessive patterns of Mendelian inheritance; both alleles are expressed equally.

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Codominance

A type of non-Mendelian inheritance where both alleles of a gene are equally expressed in the phenotype of a heterozygote.

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Mendelian trait

Genetic trait that follows the basic inheritance patterns of dominant and recessive alleles as described by Gregor Mendel.

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Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn (HDFN)

A blood disorder caused by immune-mediated destruction of a baby's red blood cells due to blood type or Rh factor incompatibility between the mother and baby.

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Blood type (ABO)

A system of classifying human blood based on the presence or absence of certain antigens, with codominant alleles for traits.

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Rh-D

A specific antigen on red blood cells that can cause incompatibility between mother and baby, leading to HDFN.

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HDFN racial variation

Hemolytic disease of the newborn frequency differs significantly amongst populations and demographics (e.g. race and location).

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Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDFN)

A condition where a mother's blood reacts with the baby's blood, causing the destruction of the baby's red blood cells.

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Rh-negative mother

A mother whose blood does not have the Rh factor, making her potentially susceptible to HDFN if the baby's blood is Rh-positive.

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Rh-positive baby

A baby whose blood has the Rh factor.

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Rh immunoglobulin (anti-D)

A specific medicine injected to prevent Rh sensitization in Rh-negative mothers to reduce the risk of HDFN in subsequent pregnancies.

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Intrauterine Blood Transfusion

A medical procedure that directly transfuses red blood cells into a fetus's circulation.

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Phototherapy

Treatment of jaundice using a special light to break down bilirubin in the baby's body.

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Blood Transfusion (Newborn)

A medical procedure that replaces the baby's blood with donor blood to remove high levels of bilirubin and correct severe anemia.

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Prenatal care

Regular medical checkups and monitoring during a pregnancy.

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Study Notes

Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDN)

  • HDN is a blood disorder caused by the mother's immune system attacking the newborn's red blood cells (RBCs) due to incompatibility in blood type or Rh factor.
  • First documented account: 1609, when a French midwife delivered twin babies; one died shortly after birth, the other died a few days later due to jaundice.
  • 1930s: Dr. Louis Diamond identified the cause as antibodies from the mother attacking the newborn's RBCs.
  • Incompatibilities between mother's and baby's blood types during pregnancy can lead to fetal mortality and morbidity.
  • 1940s: Landsteiner's research on the Rh blood group system helped understand HDN.
  • 1960s: Trial used therapeutic antibodies to remove antibodies from mother's circulation to prevent HDN.
  • Prevalence of Rh-induced HDFN decreased after the introduction of RhoGAM in 1968.

Epidemiology and Statistics

  • 1695 cases of HDFN per 100,000 live births.
  • 20% of babies affected.
  • Frequency varies by race, with estimates ranging from 50%–35% for Spanish/French women, 8% for African Americans, 4% for African women, less than 1% for Asian women, and 15%–16% for White women.
  • White male newborns from the West or Midwest had the lowest frequency in the US, while Black female neonates from southern states had the highest.

Mode of Inheritance

  • Non-Mendelian (Codominance): Traits don't follow simple dominant/recessive patterns.
  • Codominance: Both alleles are expressed equally in the phenotype. Example: Pink and white rhododendrons can produce a mix-pink white flower.

Disorder Features

  • Main Signs:
    • Anemia (low RBC count)
    • Hyperbilirubinemia (jaundice)
    • Hydrops Fetalis (severe fetal swelling)
  • Symptoms during pregnancy:
    • Yellow-toned amniotic fluid
    • Fetal abnormalities (enlarged liver, spleen, heart, hydrops)
  • Symptoms in the newborn:
    • Pale skin
    • Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)
    • Enlarged organs (liver and spleen)
    • Hydrops Fetalis (severe swelling)

Causes of HDFN

  • Rh incompatibility: Rh-negative mothers carrying Rh-positive fetuses. Maternal antibodies attack the fetus's blood, leading to severe hemolysis.
  • ABO incompatibility: Mothers with blood type O carrying A or B babies. naturally produced IgG antibodies naturally attack fetus's red blood cells.
  • AnWj incompatibility: Incompatibility with AnWj antigen. AnWj is a high-frequency antigen.

Diagnosis

  • Maternal blood tests: Check for antibodies that target fetal RBCs.
  • Anatomy ultrasound: Evaluate fetal organs for abnormalities.
  • Amniocentesis: Identify genetic abnormalities and assess fetal health.

Available Treatment/Management

  • During pregnancy:
    • Monitoring (ultrasound)
    • Intrauterine blood transfusions
    • Early delivery
  • After birth:
    • Phototherapy
    • Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG)
    • Blood transfusions
    • Exchange transfusions

Recommendations to Peers

  • Raise awareness
  • Educate expectant parents and healthcare providers.
  • Improve access to care, particularly in low-resource settings.
  • Address racial disparities.
  • Promote research on rare antigens.

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This quiz explores Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDN), a severe blood disorder resulting from maternal-fetal blood type incompatibility. It covers historical accounts, significant research contributions, and epidemiological statistics highlighting its prevalence and impact. Test your knowledge on the causes, effects, and advancements in preventing HDN.

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