LED Blanket Therapy for Jaundice

Still In Development Last Update: January 11, 2013
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AMT, Inc. has developed a battery-run, solar-powered blanket that treats neonatal jaundice with light therapy. The blanket emits blue LED light and is powered by a battery charged via a photovoltaic panel, which converts solar radiation into electricity. This battery run, photovoltaic technology is low-cost and appropriate for resource-poor areas where grid electricity is unavailable. Engineer Arye Rosen of AMT, Inc. and neonatologist Harel Rosen will test a prototype portable blanket using this technology. This project is being funded by Grand Challenges in Global Health.

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Could you please tell me the how many percentage of babies will have jaundice after birth worldwide?

Shabeer

Posted by tmmhrc on Jan 24, 2013 at about 03:23.

Thank you Shabeer for your comment. Approximately 10 % of all babies worldwide need treatment for jaundice in order to prevent more serious complications, including neurological complications.

Posted by Maternova on Jan 29, 2013 at about 20:18.

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