Comparative Evaluation of 7.1% Chlorhexidine Digluconate Gel and Methylated Spirit for Neonatal Umbilical Cord Care in Two Ghanaian Hospitals
Elizabeth Appiagyei, Dorcas Kujar, Linda Boah, Mustapha Bin Usman, Jonathan Karikari Mensah & Lydia Konadu · Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth · 2026
Background: Umbilical cord infection is an avoidable contributor to neonatal morbidity and mortality, particularly where harmful cord applications, inconsistent hygiene and limited postnatal follow-up persist. Ghana recommends 7.1% chlorhexidine digluconate gel for newborn cord c...
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10.9734/ajpcb/2026/v9i1224