the relationship between bacterial colonization and infection; 5) the effects of umbilical cord care on cord separation; and 6) clinical significance. Finally, the appropriateness of current cord ...

Infection of the area around the umbilical cord stump is the main concern. To help prevent infections: Keep the cord clean. Although we used to recommend washing with alcohol, studies showed it ...

Breech babies are at risk of injury and a prolapsed umbilical cord. Transverse lie is the most serious abnormal presentation, and it can lead to injury of the uterus (ruptured uterus) as well as ...

It is important to watch the umbilical cord stump for infection. Infections are often not very common, but can spread very quickly when they do occur. Some pointers to infection may include fever ...

it has been widely accepted to use some form of topical antimicrobial to treat the umbilical cord. Other accepted cord care practices include assessment of the cord for signs of infection ...