Introduction: One of the common problems in neonatal period is jaundice that occurs in the
first week of birth in 60% of term and 80% of preterm neonates. In preterm newborn …

Background Hyperbilirubinemia is one of the most common problems in newborns. Severe
hyperbilirubinemia, known as kernicterus, can suppress O 2 consumption and oxidative …

Background: The measurement of total serum bilirubin is a stressful diagnostic method;
therefore, it is necessary to measure bilirubin levels using non-invasive ways. The present …

Background: Phototherapy is universally acknowledged as the foremost choice for
addressing neonatal jaundice, thanks to its exceptional effectiveness and safety in lowering …

Background: Transcutaneous bilirubin is used as a screening tool before starting
phototherapy in preterm newborn. However, there is conflicting evidence regarding its utility …

Introduction: In neonates, jaundice is the result of an imbalance between the production and
conjugation of bilirubin. Overall, about 60% of full-term neonates experience jaundice in the …

Background Early detection and treatment of neonatal hyperbilirubinemia is important in the
prevention of bilirubin-induced encephalopathy. In this study, we evaluated the New Jersey …

Background: Jaundice is one of the most common findings in the neonatal period. In almost
all the cases, neonatal jaundice occurs due to the elevated level of unconjugated bilirubin …

Hypothesized causal relation between the postnatal rate of rise of total serum bilirubin,
associated risk factors, as well as timing and duration of phototherapy in very low birth …