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Rhesus Isoimmunization in Pregnancy by Muwanga faizo is a document available to read on EtoBox.
1. Rhesus isoimmunization occurs when a Rh-negative mother is exposed to Rh-positive fetal blood cells during pregnancy or delivery, leading to the production of Rh antibodies. 2. These Rh antibodies can then cross the placenta in subsequent pregnancies and destroy Rh-positive fetal red blood cells, causing fetal anemia or even death. 3. Management involves prophylactic anti-D immunoglobulin administration after potential fetal maternal hemorrhage to prevent isoimmunization, antibody screening during pr
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- Muwanga faizo
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- EN