Prediction of early-onset neonatal sepsis in umbilical cord blood analysis: an integrative review.
Marco Otilio Duarte Rodrigues WildeTatiana MezadriPollyana Bortholazzi GouveiaLuciane Peter GrilloCristina Ortiz Sobrinho ValetePublished in: The journal of maternal-fetal & neonatal medicine : the official journal of the European Association of Perinatal Medicine, the Federation of Asia and Oceania Perinatal Societies, the International Society of Perinatal Obstetricians (2022)
The evaluation of markers in the umbilical cord for the diagnosis of early-onset neonatal sepsis, could contribute to a more assertive therapy for the neonate and anticipate sepsis screening. Since the cost is less and technically easier, C-reactive protein is recommended for routine use.