P50-P61: Haemorrhagic and haematological disorders of fetus and newborn

P53: Haemorrhagic disease of fetus and newborn

For the blood to be able to clot, the platelets and many proteins in the blood need to work together. Many of these proteins are produced in the liver with the involvement of vitamin K.

If the platelets or proteins do not work properly, or there are too few of them in the blood, the blood will then not clot adequately. Bleeding may then occur more easily. Bruises can form more frequently than usual as a result, for example. Bruises show up as black and blue marks under the skin. Bleeds may also be heavier or last longer than usual. Bleeding inside the body is also possible.

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