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Clinical profile of pathological Jaundice among neonates admitted in the National Referral Hospital, Bhutan

Bhutan Health Journal, 2021
Introduction: Neonatal jaundice is a common condition especially in the first week of life. There are various maternal and neonatal clinical characteristics that have been associated with pathological jaundice.
Kinzang Dechen, Tenzin Lhadon, Mimi Lhamu Mynak, Phurpa Phurpa   +3 more
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Body‐integrated photonic biosensors: Illuminating the path to active healthcare

FlexMat, EarlyView.
Body‐integrated photonic biosensors are promising tools for active healthcare. These optical devices can be worn, implanted, or swallowed to monitor health signals continuously. This review introduces key sensing modalities, including fluorescence, colorimetry, SPR, LSPR, SERS, and light‐modulating materials.
Jiayue Gu, Xingming Wen, Qihang Yan, Yining Zhao, Linghao Yuan, Siyuan Chen, Yue Ma, Zhengyue Fang, Dong Lei, Yuxin Liu, Ze Xiong   +10 more
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Description of Risk Factors Affecting Neonatal Jaundice [PDF]

Background: Bilirubin is a chemical compound that is a product of catabolism by biliverdin reductase. Bilirubin is a yellow pigment compound. Increased bilirubin levels in babies' blood will cause neonatal jaundice and changes in skin and sclera ...
Tampubolon, Christine Handayani, Wija, Ida Bagus Eka Utama, Pasaribu, Thalita Rakhmaniar   +2 more
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Prevalence and risk factors for neonatal jaundice: a multicentre analytical cross-sectional study at neonatal intensive care units, Mogadishu, Somalia

BMJ Open
Objectives To determine the prevalence and risk factors for neonatal jaundice among neonates admitted in three large hospitals in Mogadishu, Somalia.Design Hospital-based analytical cross-sectional study.Setting Neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) of ...
Cyrus Theuri, Hawa Ali Warsame, Naima Mukhtar Abdullahi, Abdulkadir Mohamed Ahmed Keynan, Mohamed A M Ahmed   +4 more
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Phytochemicals and Health Benefits of American Ginseng (Panax quinquefolius L.): Current Knowledge and Future Perspectives

Food Safety and Health, EarlyView.
This review summarizes the chemical constituents and functional characteristics of American ginseng, aiming to provide references for its development and application. ABSTRACT American ginseng, a perennial herbaceous plant, is recognized for its significant medicinal properties and has attracted considerable attention due to its diverse phytochemical ...
Wei Geng, Ning Zhou, Jinqian Yu, Yanling Geng, Xiao Wang, Yannan Chen   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Breast milk jaundice [PDF]

, 2017
Jaundice is the most common clinical symptom in the neonatal period. Free serum bilirubin levels during the first days after birth are higher than at any point later in life. Breastfeeding is associated with both increased risk and severity of jaundice.
Helena Sławska, Katarzyna Szczepańska, Sylwia Marciniak, Szczepańska, Katarzyna, Marciniak, Sylwia, Patrycja Gazy, Sławska, Helena, Gazy, Patrycja   +7 more
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Breastfeeding Experiences of Taiwanese Mothers of Infants with Breastfeeding or Breast Milk Jaundice in Certified Baby-Friendly Hospitals

Asian Nursing Research, 2019
Purpose: The purpose was to explore the breastfeeding experiences of mothers of infants with breastfeeding or breast milk jaundice. Methods: In-depth qualitative interviews and content analysis were conducted with nine mothers of newborns with ...
Kuei-Hui Chu, Shuh-Jen Sheu, Mei-Hwa Hsu, Jillian Liao, Li-Yin Chien   +4 more
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Predictors for intrapartum cesarean delivery after labor induction for suspected fetal growth restriction at term

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective In term pregnancies with suspected fetal growth restriction (FGR) undergoing induction of labor (IOL), predictors for intrapartum cesarean delivery (CD) remain unclear. We aimed to determine predictors for intrapartum CD in this population. Methods This study included a retrospective cohort of singleton pregnancies undergoing IOL at ≥
Matan Anteby, Yael Reichman, Alon Bar‐Or, Jacky Herzlich, Stav Cohen, Karina Krajden Haratz, Anat Lavie, Liran Hiersch, Yariv Yogev   +8 more
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The Management of Neonatal Jaundice in Nigeria [PDF]

, 2008
Jaundice is yellowish discolouration of the skin, sclera and mucous membranes.1 Neonatal jaundice (NNJ) is so common that it can be regarded as a normal physiologic adaptation of the newborn infant to extrauterine life.
O Ogundare, O Omole, Ogundare, O, Omole, O   +3 more
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Knowledge, attitude and practices of registered nurses regarding neonatal jaundice at the neonatal intensive care unit in a tertiary hospital in Khomas region, Namibia

Journal of Public Health in Africa, 2023
Neonatal jaundice is a significant cause of neonatal morbidity worldwide and accounts for 75% of hospital readmissions in the first week of life. New‑born babies can develop severe neonatal jaundice that may cause irreversible brain damage or even death.
Ndapewoshali Nambinga, Emma M. Nghitanwa
doaj   +1 more source