An Observational Study of Etiological Profile of Respiratory Distress in Neonates in a Tertiary Care Centre of Jaipur, Rajasthan
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Respiratory Distress Syndrome, TTNB, prolonged rupture of the membranes, meconium-contaminated amniotic fluid.Abstract
Background: The overall incidence of respiratory distress in term babies is (4.2%). The current incidence of Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) in our country is 10-15/1000 live births and in preterm babies is 10-15%. Identification of the cause of respiratory distress is important for planning and provision of facilities for these babies and thereby achieving reduction in neonatal
mortality. Aim of our study was to determine the etiological factors & risk factors of respiratory distress in newborn in tertiary care medical college hospital.
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