Questions and Answers
What is the primary purpose of phototherapy in pediatric patients?
The primary purpose of phototherapy in pediatric patients is to reduce the levels of bilirubin in the blood by exposing the skin to specific types of light.
What is the primary purpose of exchange blood transfusion in pediatric patients?
The primary purpose of exchange blood transfusion in pediatric patients is to rapidly decrease the levels of bilirubin in the blood by replacing the baby's blood with compatible donor blood.
How do phototherapy and exchange blood transfusion differ in their approach to treating hyperbilirubinemia in pediatric patients?
Phototherapy treats hyperbilirubinemia by exposing the skin to specific types of light to break down bilirubin, while exchange blood transfusion rapidly decreases bilirubin levels by replacing the baby's blood with donor blood.
