Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics

Original Article

Neonatology (Perinatology)

Efficacy and safety of home-based fiberoptic blanket versus hospital-based light-emitting diode phototherapy for neonatal jaundice: a retrospective cohort study from Thailand

Chayatat Ruangkit, Thanyathorn Thaninjeerawat, Saitarn Klaidangklum, Saowalak Prasopa, Pongsakorn Atiksawedparit, Sasivimon Soonsawad

Clin Exp Pediatr. 2026;69(8):655-664. Published online July 1, 2026

Question: Is a home-based fiberoptic phototherapy blanket as effective and safe as hospital-based overhead light-emitting diode phototherapy for the treatment of neonatal jaundice?
Finding: Home phototherapy (HPT) resulted in a slower bilirubin reduction rate than inpatient phototherapy (IPT); however, both modalities achieved the therapeutic targets without phototherapy-related complications.
Meaning: With careful patient selection, structured monitoring, and reliable follow-up, HPT is a safe and feasible alternative to IPT for neonatal jaundice.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3345/cep.2026.00703

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