Determinants of low fifth minute Apgar score among newborns delivered by cesarean section at Wolaita Sodo University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Southern Ethiopia: an unmatched case control study

• Main Authors: Bahiru Darma Ajibo (Author), Eskinder Wolka (Author), Andualem Aseffa (Author), Mitiku Ayele Nugusu (Author), Abdi Oumer Adem (Author), Mebratu Mamo (Author), Ashagrie sintayehu Temesgen (Author), Getachew Debalke (Author), Negeso Gobena (Author), Mohammad Suleiman Obsa (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2022-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Apgar score is used to evaluate the neonates' overall status and response to resuscitation, as well as its prognosis beyond the neonatal period. Low fifth minute Apgar scores is more frequent and is associated with markedly increased risks of neonatal mortality and morbidity...