Under what circumstances is it beneficial to delay or defer cord clamping after the birth of a term baby?
Abstract
Delayed cord clamping is often beneficial in term newborns when they are stable and do not require immediate resuscitation, enhancing hematologic outcomes and iron storage, but it may increase the risk of hyperbilirubinemia.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
Neonatal Respiratory Health Research
Neonatal Health and Biochemistry
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 1 March 2026
- Language
- EN