Risk of umbilical cord infection was approximately half as likely when a topical antiseptic was applied, as compared with dry cord care or placebo, but the combined result did not reach statistical significance (RR = 0.53; 95% CI 0.35 –1.13).
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The effect of umbilical cord cleansing with chlorhexidine on omphalitis and neonatal mortality in community settings in developing countries: a meta-analysis.
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