Umbilical cord antiseptics for preventing sepsis and death among newborns

After birth, the remaining cord stump may serve as an entry point for harmful bacteria, potentially leading to serious infection (neonatal sepsis) and death, particularly in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs). Applying antiseptics — substances that prevent the growth of microorganisms on living tissues — may help reduce the risk of infection through the umbilical stump.

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