Neo Natal Jaundice Treatment in India
About Neo Natal Jaundice
Key Highlights
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Effectively and safely reduces high bilirubin levels to prevent potential brain damage (kernicterus).Non-invasive primary treatment (phototherapy) is painless and well-tolerated by most infants.Prevents serious long-term neurological complications, including hearing loss and cerebral palsy.Standardized protocols ensure timely intervention based on the infant's age and bilirubin levels.Close monitoring by pediatric specialists ensures the baby's overall health and hydration are maintained during treatment.
Who is this surgery for?
- Visible yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (sclera) within the first week of life.
- Bilirubin levels rising above the phototherapy threshold for the infant's age in hours.
- Jaundice appearing within the first 24 hours of life, which requires immediate evaluation.
- Signs of severe jaundice or acute bilirubin encephalopathy (e.g., poor feeding, lethargy, high-pitched crying).
- Jaundice persisting beyond two weeks in a full-term baby or three weeks in a preterm baby.
- Underlying conditions like blood group incompatibility (e.g., Rh or ABO), G6PD deficiency, or infection.
How to prepare
- Pediatrician performs a thorough physical exam to assess the extent of jaundice.
- Blood test (total serum bilirubin or transcutaneous bilirubin measurement) to determine the severity.
- Assessment of the baby's gestational age, weight, and overall health status.
- Identification of any risk factors like prematurity, bruising, or family history.
- Ensuring the baby is well-hydrated, often by encouraging frequent breastfeeding or formula feeding.
- For intensive treatments like exchange transfusion, blood typing and cross-matching are performed.
Risks & possible complications
- Dehydration and mild weight loss if fluid intake is not carefully monitored during phototherapy.
- Skin rash, bronze baby syndrome (a harmless, temporary skin discoloration), or loose stools from phototherapy.
- Rare risks from exchange transfusion include infection, blood clots, electrolyte imbalances, and heart rhythm problems.
- Overheating or eye damage if phototherapy equipment is not used correctly (eye patches are always used).
- The primary risk of untreated severe jaundice is kernicterus, leading to permanent neurological damage.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Bilirubin levels are monitored regularly (every 4-24 hours) until they stabilize and decline.
- Phototherapy is stopped once bilirubin levels fall safely below the treatment threshold.
- Parents are advised to continue frequent feeds to promote hydration and bilirubin excretion.
- A follow-up bilirubin check may be recommended within 24-48 hours after discharge to ensure levels do not rebound.
- Parents are educated on signs of recurring jaundice and when to contact their pediatrician.
- For most infants, no long-term effects are expected after successful treatment.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-3 days after stopping treatment
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering neo natal jaundice in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for neo natal jaundice in India include Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Manipal Hospital Goa , Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Manipal Hospital Salem, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform neo natal jaundice. MediFyr helps you compare pediatrics specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for neo natal jaundice compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Neo Natal Jaundice in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated pediatrics teams and experience managing patients undergoing neo natal jaundice.
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