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Phototherapy side effects and primary outcomes in both groups (with and without cover)
| Parameters | Covered group (n=91) | Control group (n=91) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skin rash | 18 | 16 | 0.8 |
| Dehydration | 0 | 0 | - |
| Hyperthermia | 3 | 4 | 1.00 |
| Mean duration of phototherapy(h) | 36.6 (12.9) | 50.3 (23.8) | <0.0001 |
| Mean duration of hospital stay (h) | 43.1 (13.3) | 85.2 (23.8) | <0.0001 |
