Majallah-i Dānishgāh-i ̒Ulūm-i Pizishkī-i Bābul (Mar 2024)
Effect of Eau de Dalibour on Umbilical Cord Separation and Prevent Infection in Neonates
Abstract
Background and Objective: Sepsis is the third most common cause of death, and the umbilical cord is a significant source of sepsis in the first month of life. This study aimed to compare the effect of Eau de Dalibour and distilled water on umbilical cord separation time and infection in neonates at Kowsar Hospital of Qazvin University of Medical Sciences. Methods: This clinical trial was conducted on 76 infants in two groups of 38 people, using Eau de Dalibour and distilled water as a placebo. In the Eau de Dalibour group, 2-3 ml of the drug was used on the umbilical stump from 3 hours after birth and once every 12 hours until 2 days after the separation of the umbilical cord. In the distilled water group, the same procedure was done with distilled water. Finally, the time of separation of the umbilical cord and signs of infection in both groups were investigated and compared. Findings: There were no significant differences between the two groups in terms of gestational age, sex, or birth weight. Umbilical cord separation time was significantly shorter in the Eau de Dalibour group than in the placebo group (5.1±2.4 and 7.44±2.3 days respectively; p<0.001). There were no cases of infection in the intervention or placebo group. Conclusion: According to the results of this study, the application of Eau de Dalibour to the remaining part of the cord reduces the cord separation time and can be used for safe and affordable cord care.
