Browsing Department of Global Public Health and Primary Care by Subject "umbilical cord"
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Single umbilical artery and risk of congenital malformations: a population-based study in Norway.
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-05-27)Objectives: Single umbilical artery (SUA) is associated with congenital malformations in most organ systems, but reported findings have not been consistent. While it has been suggested that genetic and persisting environmental ... -
“We shall count it as a part of kyogero”. The acceptability of chlorhexidine for umbilical cord care in the cultural context of Central Uganda
(Master thesis, 2017-06-21)Background: Over 40% of the 6 million deaths in children under 5 occur in the newborn period. Infections account for a quarter of all newborn deaths. The umbilical cord has been identified as a major route of newborn ...