Title: Effect of timing of cord clamping of serum calcium levels in neonates Background: Hypocalcemia is a common metabolic problem in neonatal period. Most cases of hypocalcemia are asymptomatic however, the symptomatic cases require prompt management.
Objective: The objective is to determine the effects of early and delayed cord on serum calcium level in neonates Study Design: Randomized Controlled Trial
Neonates born at gestational age 37 weeks to 41 weeks with no maternal complication. Parents who give consent for inclusion in the study
Mothers with evidence of clinical disease (diabetes, preeclampsia, hypertension). Babies with congenital malformations and intrauterine growth restriction.