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Chinese Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics(Electronic Edition) ›› 2024, Vol. 20 ›› Issue (06): 598 -602. doi: 10.3877/cma.j.issn.1673-5250.2024.06.002

Expert Editorial

Issues regarding premature infants and vitamin K

Yang Liu1, Shaojie Yue1,()   

  1. 1. Department of Pediatrics,Xiangya Hospital of Central South University,Changsha 410008,Hunan Province,China
  • Received:2024-07-30 Revised:2024-11-30 Published:2024-12-01
  • Corresponding author: Shaojie Yue

Vitamin K (Vit K)is a fat-soluble vitamin closely associated with coagulation function.Its deficiency can lead to Vit K deficiency bleeding (VKDB),resulting in adverse outcomes for VKDB newborns and imposing a significant economic burden on society and their families.The sources and metabolic characteristics of Vit K in preterm infants differ from those in full-term infants,making them more susceptible to Vit K deficiency.Currently,there is no unified Vit K prophylaxis regimen for preterm infants,particularly regarding the methods and dosages of Vit K administration,which remain highly controversial topics in neonatal field.This article discusses the latest research progress of metabolic characteristics of Vit K in preterm infants,as well as the recommended prophylactic dosages and administration methods,so as to provide a reference for clinicians to better manage premature infants at high risk of Vit K deficiency and prevent the occurrence of VKDB.

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