26 Nov 2025 • Neonatal phototherapy remains essential for preventing bilirubin-induced neurologic injury, but new evidence suggests a small rise in future cancer risk. A meta-analysis of more than 6.6 million children found a 24% higher overall cancer risk among those exposed to phototherapy versus untreated peers (OR 1.24), with outcomes monitored through age 31. Researchers emphasize adhering strictly to treatment thresholds to avoid unnecessary exposure while maintaining effective management of neonatal hyperbilirubinemia.

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