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What is the peak gestational age at which the incidence of periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) increases?
What is the peak gestational age at which the incidence of periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) increases?
- 24-32 weeks (correct)
- 28-30 weeks
- 20-24 weeks
- 32-36 weeks
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a risk factor for periventricular leukomalacia (PVL)?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a risk factor for periventricular leukomalacia (PVL)?
- Hypotension with cardiovascular compromise
- Prolonged mechanical ventilation
- Maternal hyperthyroidism (correct)
- Sepsis
What imaging technique is commonly used for the early evaluation and detection of periventricular leukomalacia (PVL)?
What imaging technique is commonly used for the early evaluation and detection of periventricular leukomalacia (PVL)?
- PET scan
- X-ray
- CT scan
- Brain Ultrasonography (correct)
What percentage of surviving premature infants with periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) may develop cerebral palsy, intellectual impairment, or visual disturbances?
What percentage of surviving premature infants with periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) may develop cerebral palsy, intellectual impairment, or visual disturbances?
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Why is early diagnosis of periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) important in premature infants?
Why is early diagnosis of periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) important in premature infants?
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