S. A. Jurica, A. Čolić, S. Gverić-Ahmetašević, D. Lončarević, B. Filipović-Grčić, Jasminka Stipanović-Kastelić, A. Rešić
2016.3.25Paediatria Croatica
tlooto Summary
Skin of the very premature newborn is underdeveloped with underdeveloped functionality and has to be observed and treated as an immature organ in need of special care and interventions.
Abstract
Skin is a multifunctional human organ. It has a protective, regulatory and sensory function. Skin of the very premature newborn is underdeveloped with defi cient functionality and has to be observed and treated as an immature organ in need of special care and interventions. Appropriate prevention and compensation of water and heat losses is obligatory as preserving the integrity of the skin and therefore of the entire body.
Citation format
JURICA, S. A., et al. Skin of the very premature newborn – physiology and care. Paediatria Croatica, 2016.