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<p>A female neonate born at 39 weeks with a birth weight of 3,940 g was referred to the NICU following labor dystocia caused by macrocephaly. After 15 minutes of positive pressure ventilation, her respiratory condition improved. Examination revealed a head circumference of 51.5 cm, strawberry-colored patches on the philtrum, and widespread port-wine staining. Arterial blood gas showed mild metabolic acidosis. Based on these findings, what is your diagnosis, and what should be the treatment plan?</p>

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Explore a case of a neonate with macrocephaly and port-wine stains. Learn about diagnosis and treatment strategies in the NICU.

Neonate Diagnosis & Treatment: NICU Case Study

A female neonate born at 39 weeks with a birth weight of 3,940 g

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A female neonate born at ...