Neonatal Jaundice Screening in Primary Care in Singapore: Utilization Patterns, Weight and Bilirubin Trajectories, and Comparative Outcomes of Nurse-Led Versus Routine Follow-up

Key Points

• The central aim is to evaluate utilization patterns and outcomes of nurse-led versus routine follow-up care for neonatal jaundice screening.
• Analyzed TcB and TSB screening practices in primary care settings.
• Compared outcomes between nurse-led clinics and doctor-led visits.
• Assessed bilibrubin trajectories and weight patterns during follow-up.
• Nurse-led clinics achieved equivalent health outcomes compared to doctor-led visits.
• TcB screening led to fewer invasive tests while ensuring infant safety.
• Findings support the effectiveness of integrating nurse-led care into primary healthcare systems.