Neonatal Jaundice: Knowledge Gaps of Medical Providers and Trainees in Southwest, Nigeria

Abstract

Introduction: Gains in child mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) over the past decade have not resulted in a commensurate reduction in neonatal mortality. Severe neonatal jaundice (NNJ) is a leading cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality in LMICs. Risk mitigation and management modalities for NNJ are well documented and in high-income countries have led to a marked reduction in complications but not in LMICs. Data on the knowledge base of medical in LMICs is extremely limited. Our study aimed to …