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Appendix H

Evidence tables

Table of Contents
Which factors affect the relationship between neonatal hyperbilirubinaemia and kernicterus or other adverse outcomes (neurodevelopmental, auditory)? 178
How useful are the following tests in predicting neonatal hyperbilirubinaemia? 193
What is the best method of recognizing hyperbilirubinaemia? 220
What should be included in a formal assessment of a baby with neonatal hyperbilirubinaemia? 243
Phototherapy 261
Is it beneficial to give additional fluids (cup feeds, fluids) during treatment with phototherapy? 295
How to monitor a baby with jaundice? 298
When to discharge a baby treated for hyperbilirubinaemia? What follow-up is required? 298
Exchange transfusion 300
What are the other ways of treating hyperbilirubinaemia? Are they effective? 307
What information and support should be given to parents/carers of babies with neonatal hyperbilirubinaemia? 317

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