Effect of Timing of Umbilical Cord Clamping on Anaemia at 8 and 12 Months and Later Neurodevelopment
Launched by UPPSALA UNIVERSITY · Aug 20, 2014
Trial Information
Current as of July 02, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Study Protocol Effect of timing of umbilical cord clamping on anaemia at 8 and 12 months and later neurodevelopment in late pre-term and term infants; a facility-based randomized-controlled trial in Nepal
Introduction At the time of birth, the infant is still attached to the placenta via the umbilical cord. The infant is usually separated from the placenta by clamping the cord with two clamps. This task takes place during the third stage of labour, which is the period of time from the birth of the infant to the delivery of the placenta.
Active management of the third stage of labour has b...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Late preterm or term pregnancy (gestational age 34 to 41 weeks)
- • Vaginal delivery
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Serious congenital malformation, syndrome or other congenital disease that can affect the outcome measures
About Uppsala University
Uppsala University, a prestigious institution located in Sweden, is renowned for its commitment to advancing medical research and education. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its extensive expertise in various fields of health sciences to conduct innovative studies aimed at improving patient outcomes and understanding complex diseases. With a strong emphasis on ethical standards and rigorous scientific methodologies, Uppsala University collaborates with a network of researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry partners to facilitate groundbreaking clinical trials that contribute to the global body of medical knowledge.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Kathmandu, , Nepal
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Ola Andersson, MD PhD
Principal Investigator
Uppsala University
Ashish KC, MD
Principal Investigator
Uppsala University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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