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  • Neonatal Medicine
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Neonatal jaundice (hyperbilirubinaemia) is a common condition in newborns.
  • Severe cases can lead to acute bilirubin encephalopathy and kernicterus, causing mortality and neurodevelopmental issues.
  • Disparities in treatment access contribute to the persistent burden of severe hyperbilirubinaemia, particularly in low-income countries.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current evidence on the global epidemiology of neonatal jaundice.
  • To summarize fatal and non-fatal health outcomes associated with hyperbilirubinaemia.
  • To discuss management strategies for severe hyperbilirubinaemia and kernicterus prevention.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of up-to-date evidence.
  • Analysis of global burden estimates, prevalence, and outcomes.
  • Discussion of clinical management and research directions.

Main Results:

  • Neonatal jaundice is a leading cause of infant hospitalization.
  • Severe hyperbilirubinaemia poses significant risks of mortality and long-term neurodevelopmental impairments.
  • Effective treatment delays exacerbate the burden in resource-limited settings.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management and timely treatment of neonatal hyperbilirubinaemia are critical for preventing severe complications like kernicterus.
  • Addressing global disparities in treatment access is essential to reduce the burden of neonatal jaundice.
  • Further research is needed to optimize prevention and management strategies.