Use of transcutaneous bilirubinometers in preterm infants in Japan

Key Points

• The aim is to evaluate the utilization of transcutaneous bilirubinometers in preterm infants across facilities in Japan.
• Survey of facilities using transcutaneous bilirubinometers
• Comparison of usage between Level II centers and others
• Assessment of guideline dissemination practices
• Approximately half of facilities in Japan use transcutaneous bilirubinometers.
• Higher usage is observed in Level II centers.
• Wider dissemination of guidelines may lead to safer practices.

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