Oxygen Saturation (SpO2) in Healthy Newborns in Relation to Mode of Delivery, Delivered at a Tertiary Care Institute of Solan
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 4
Abstract
Introduction: Measurement of SpO2 is an integral part of newborn, as both hypoxia and hyperoxia are dangerous. Normal newborn takes about 10 minutes to reach a SpO2 of 85%- 95%. Lungs of babies born by Cesarean section contain more fluid than babies born by vaginal delivery and their SpO2 levels may differ. Difference in SpO2 has also been noted varying with altitudes. We studied the SpO2 levels serially in first 24 hours in healthy newborns delivered by different modes of delivery in our institute, situated at an altitude of 1600 meters. Methods: SpO2 was measured in 100 full term newborn delivered by normal vaginal delivery and in 100 delivered by lower segment cesarean section in right foot serially in first 24 hours. Results: We did not find any statistically significant difference between SpO2 levels achieved by newborn born by different modes of delivery. However there was a delayed achievement of above 85% of SpO2 levels in both the groups with an average delay of 7 minutes without any distress. Conclusion: We concluded that SpO2 levels remain unaffected by mode of delivery whether it is NVD or LSCS whereas others have reported a difference. We also concluded that achievement of targeted SpO2 levels is delayed by about 7 minutes in newborn born at higher altitude.
Authors and Affiliations
Rita Hajela, DS Chhajta
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP534250
- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2018.4.4.015
- Views 77
- Downloads 0
Evaluation of Knowledge, Risk Factors, Perceived Barriers, Attitude and Screening Practice of Colorectal Cancer among Tabuk Population, Saudi Arabia-2017
Introduction: In Tabuk region, colorectal cancer (CRC) ranked the first among male and the third among female. Therefore, the current study was carried out to investigate the extent of both knowledge and attitude toward...
Burn Prevalence, Risk Factor, Causality and Management Pattern Among Saudi Population, Medina, KSA
Background: Burn is a major public health problem worldwide associated with significant morbidity and mortality. It occurs in any age group with majority among children and old age. There are various causes for burn inju...
Nutritional Status among Majmaah University Female Students, Majmaah City, 2017 Saudi Arabia
Introduction: Nutritional habits and life style playing a major role in our life and health. That associated with increase the prevalence of obesity and overweight around the world. In 2014, more than 1.9 billion adults,...
Role of Dexamethasone in Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block: A Clinical Study
Background: The present study was conducted to assess the effect of dexamethasone on the onset and duration of anesthesia in low volume supraclavicular brachial plexus block. Materials & Methods: The present study was co...
Assessment of Knowledge of Family Physicians Regarding Risk Factors Associated with Child Abuse
Background: The reporting and investigation of child maltreatment, and the response to it, involve people from many different walks of life, ranging from parents, relatives, and acquaintances to child-care workers, teach...