Prevalence and factors associated with poor umbilical cord care among postpartum mothers in South Western Uganda: a cross sectional study

Prevalence and factors associated with poor umbilical cord care among postpartum mothers in South Western Uganda: a cross sectional study

Abstract Background Neonatal sepsis is the third leading cause of new born mortality worldwide. An open umbilical cord stamp is a portal of entry for disease-causing pathogens, making new born babies vulnerable to infections and death. Potentially harmful topical substances are still being used for...

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Main Authors: Brian Mugoya, James K. Tumwine, Emmanuel Ategeka, Timothy Nduhukire, Valence Mfitumukiza, Munezero Tamu, Amito Paula Mary, Christiana Nkiru Okafor, Jane Turyasingura, Kabami Jane, Mandera Immaculate, Alex Tumusiime, Kenyange Grace, Agnes Napyo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-08-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
Subjects:
Poor umbilical cord care practices
Neonatal sepsis
New born
Postpartum mothers
Kabale regional referral hospital
South Western Uganda
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-025-05915-y
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