Shiny foil or white cloth? study tests cheapest way to beat newborn jaundice

NCT ID NCT07266246

First seen Dec 29, 2025 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study tested whether adding reflective materials like aluminum foil or white cloth around babies during jaundice light therapy helps lower bilirubin faster. 81 newborns with jaundice were randomly assigned to standard therapy, therapy with foil, or therapy with white cloth. The goal was to see which method shortens treatment time and reduces side effects.

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Locations

  • Ankara Bilkent City Hospital

    Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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