What is the value of neonatal autopsy? Pathological and clinical correlation in 135 cases.

Introduction: Neonatal autopsy is a valuable, critical diagnostic method to provide genetic counseling for future pregnancies.

Population And Methods: Retrospective study including all neonatal autopsies performed on deceased neonates at Clínica y Maternidad Suizo Argentina between January 1998 and December 2006. The rate of autopsies was established; the diagnosis indicated in the medical record was compared to autopsy findings.