Evaluation of Midazolam, Ketamine, and Dexmedetomidine for Pediatric Premedication Prior to Radiological Imaging: A Comparative Study

Neonatal hyperbilirubinemia is a common problem faced by the pediatricians managing newborns. It is the seventh most common of cause of neonatal mortality in first 7 days of life worldwide and can lead to devastating long term sequelae including kernicterus spectrum disorder. Comparing the bilirubin levels in both New and Old American Academy of Paediatrics standard charts to estimate the need for phototherapy. To know the duration of hospital stay in view of phototherapy. To find the requirements of readmission for phototherapy. This proposal may compare the the rebound jaundice bilirubin level post-discontinuation of phototherapy requiring re-initiation of treatment, need for phototherapy, duration of hospital stay, requirement of readmission for phototherapy between new and old IAP charts. Any newborn having major congenital malformations is excluded and also Parents denying consent.