Phototherapy for newborns is a daily practice. Babies with hyperbilirubinemia receive phototherapy via a lamp above the incubator, a blanket, or a BiliCocoon. The blue light with the correct wavelength promotes the breakdown of bilirubin in the blood. However, this light is harmful to the eyes. You may have stood near a blue lamp yourself: not pleasant. Therefore, eye protection is mandatory to prevent retinal damage. But then comes the challenge: every head has a different shape. Regularly, the eye protection slips off, is too large, or simply does not fit comfortably.
One size fits all?
No. Even with eye protection, it is important to choose the right model and the right size. Where one model fits better with a conical head, another model fits better with a round or flat head. And then the head shape also changes in the first few days.
Fitting and measuring?
Yes. In practice, there is no single eye protector that always fits. That is why there are different models, each with its own characteristics. What are they?
Blinky Premium
This Y-shaped eye protector is made of elastic material. Outside the eye area, the protector still allows light to pass through, so that 77% of the phototherapy light reaches the scalp. Fits well for many children in the neonatology department. The extra piece ensures that the protector stays in place.
Blinky Classic
The classic eye protector with a headband over the head. This keeps the protection in place and is useful for unusual head shapes.
Blinky Mask
This protector has an adjustable fixation. Ideal if the head shape is still changing or if regular examinations around the head need to take place.
Blinky Adhesive
When you prefer not to use fixation via the back of the head, the Blinky Adhesive is a solution.
A different type of eye protection may be desired for each child. How does this work in your department? If you want to know more about phototherapy glasses, please let us know.
