Keywords
risk factors
mothers
healthcare providers
awareness
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Abstract
Background: Neonatal jaundice is the most common condition requiring medical attention in newborns, resulting from an imbalance between bilirubin production and excretion. Risk factors include prematurity, low birth weight, ABO incompatibility, G6PD deficiency, cephalhematoma, infections, genetic mutations, and feeding difficulties, with unique associations such as oil massage also reported.
Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at National Hospital and Medical Centre, DHA Lahore, from November to December 2023. A total of 96 participants (64 mothers of newborns and 32 healthcare providers) were surveyed using close-ended questionnaires. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 20.
Results: Among mothers, 60% demonstrated awareness of neonatal jaundice risk factors, while 40% lacked knowledge. Among healthcare providers, 75% showed adequate knowledge and attitudes, whereas 25% had gaps in awareness.
Conclusion: The study highlights the need for educational programs to improve maternal and provider knowledge regarding neonatal jaundice risk factors.