One of my students asked me for some research to present to her OB that suggests delayed cord clamping is beneficial, since the OB's opinion is that it is better to clamp and cut immediately due to increased risk of jaundice. As a side note, I would like to say that I always recommend my students also do their own research and then consult their personal health care provider to be the best consumer of health care and advocate for your family as possible. Secondly, props to my student for asking about these issues early on to figure out what is best in your situation and what your provider recommends. And thirdly, yay for a doc who is willing to listen to what the "research shows." This is a great example of how medical opinion varies and that in some cases, while the studies do "show," there may be either a delay in the change of the practice or even resistance.
So, to help you my students and consumers of health care on your way to discovering for yourself what is best for you and your family, I wanted to share links to some studies that that you may find interesting, in addition to a previous post of mine.
- Very interesting video of grand rounds at University of South Carolina - 2011 Dr. Nicholas Fogelson presenting data to show positive physiologic and clinical outcomes. I watched the whole thing and really recommend it, if you (or your provider) are on the fence about allowing the intervention of "early" cord clamping.
- World Health Organization - current commentary in their Reproductive Health Library recommends delaying of cord clamping, with the caution of taking into consideration that there is a increased incidence of jaundice requiring phototherapy which may not be available in underdeveloped countries.
- Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health - 2001 literature review showing many benefits in the first week through 2 months of age.
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