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| Citation | 8502 | 4519 |
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MATERNAL RISK FACTORS- AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY ON DEMOGRAPHIC VARIABLES FOR NEONATAL CONJUCTIVITIS
Dr. Rahul Ghoti* and Dr. Rahul H. Gujarathi
Abstract Background: Neonatal conjunctivitis also known as ophthalmic neonatorum remains a significant cause of preventable childhood blindness and even death in developing countries. The organisms causing ophthalmic neonatorum are acquired mainly from the mother’s birth canal during delivery and a small percentage of cases are acquired by other ways. The maternal risks factor such as maternal hygiene, mode of delivery and socio-economical status can assist in its prevention. Keywords: Neonatal conjunctivitis, maternal, ophthalmic infections, ophthalmic neonatorum, risk factors. [Full Text Article] [Download Certificate] |
