Objective:In cesarean section (CS), which, early vs. delayed cord clamping is
better for neonatal and maternal hematocrit/hemoglobin level is not yet
completely determined. This randomized controlled study attempted to determine
this issue.Methods: Study population consisted of 64 full-term pregnant women/neonates
undergoing planned CS: 32 received early cord clamping (ECC: 15 seconds after
birth) and 32 delayed cord clamping (DCC: 90 seconds). We measured and analyzed 1) neonatal hematocrit at the first 24-48 hours,
and 2) maternal-hemoglobin-change before and after CS.Results: Infants with ECC and DCC showed hematocrit (24
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