Simple drape may help newborns beat jaundice faster
NCT ID NCT07156721
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether placing a white reflective drape around phototherapy lights helps lower bilirubin levels faster in newborns with jaundice. 102 babies received either standard phototherapy or phototherapy with the drape. Researchers measured bilirubin at 4 and 24 hours and tracked how long babies needed treatment and stayed in the hospital.
What this could mean
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Active substance
white reflective drape
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple, low-cost addition could help newborns with jaundice recover faster and go home sooner.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study with 102 babies. The drape may not make a meaningful difference in all settings, and results may not apply to sicker or premature infants.
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Locations
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Gazi University Hospital, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)