Implementation of universal umbilical cord pH analysis in Denmark. A national register-based study.

Charlotte Brix Andersson Line Thellesen Ulrik Schiøler Kesmodel Jesper Padkaer Petersen Søren Paaske Johnsen

Published in: Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica (2023)

The use of UC-pH measurement has increased markedly in Denmark since universal measurement was recommended in 2009. Missing UC-pH from one or both vessels was associated with less complicated pregnancies and with small for gestational age, hypothermia treatment and neonatal death.

Keyphrases

gestational age
umbilical cord
preterm birth
mesenchymal stem cells
birth weight
quality improvement
cardiac arrest
healthcare
primary care
brain injury
body mass index
bone marrow
data analysis