VitaminKProphylaxe
Vitamin K prophylaxis refers to the administration of vitamin K to prevent vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB), a condition that can cause severe bleeding in newborns and at-risk populations. Vitamin K is an essential fat-soluble vitamin involved in the synthesis of clotting factors II, VII, IX, and X, which are critical for blood coagulation.
In neonatal care, vitamin K prophylaxis is routinely administered shortly after birth to prevent VKDB, particularly
The most common methods of prophylaxis include intramuscular injection, oral administration, or, in some cases, intravenous
The safety profile of vitamin K prophylaxis is well-established, with adverse effects being rare and typically
Vitamin K prophylaxis has significantly reduced the incidence of VKDB worldwide. It is recommended by health