Title: A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Plastic Bag Wrapping in Preventing Sepsis among Preterm Neonates

Authors: Dr S. Arunprasad, Dr S. Ramesh, Dr S. Saravanan

 DOI:  https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v5i5.188

Abstract

Septicaemia contributes to neonatal mortality and morbidity, especially in preterm and low birth weight infants in developing countries. Plastic bags covering the trunk and extremities of preterm and very low birth weight infants reduces septicaemia. The objective was to determine if placing preterm and low birth weight infants inside a plastic bag at birth causes reduction of sepsis incidence.

Keywords: Hypothermia, preterm, plastic bag, temperature regulation, sepsis

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Corresponding Author

Dr S. Arunprasad

Post Graduate in the Department of Pediatrics,  

Rajah Muthiah Medical College and Hospital,

Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar – 608 002