August 7, 2025BMC PediatricsOpen Access

Prevalence and factors associated with poor umbilical cord care among postpartum mothers in South Western Uganda: a cross sectional study

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Cross-sectional study reports 45.8% prevalence of poor umbilical cord care among 428 mothers, highlighting education's role in proper practices.

MAIN FINDING: 45.8% of postpartum mothers practiced poor umbilical cord care, increasing newborn infection risks.
KEY EVIDENCE: Mothers using substances like petroleum jelly and herbs had higher rates of poor cord care practices.
APPROACH: Data was collected from 428 mothers in Kabale district, with logistic regression used for analysis.
SIGNIFICANCE: Findings emphasize the need for targeted health education to improve umbilical cord care, especially among less educated mothers.

Mugoya et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional study reports 45.8% prevalence of poor umbilical cord care among 428 mothers, highlighting education's role in proper practices.