Intraventricular Hemorrhage (IVH)
About the disease & condition
Bleeding in the brain’s ventricles, more common in premature infants.
Known symptoms
- Apnea
- Seizures
- Lethargy
- Sudden deterioration
Known causes
- Prematurity
- Fragile blood vessels
- Birth complications
- Respiratory distress
Care
- Neuroimaging
- Supportive NICU care
- Monitoring
- Long-term follow-up
