Impact of topical applications of sunflower seed oil on neonatal mortality and morbidity in southern Nepal: a community-based, cluster-randomised trial

Impact of topical applications of sunflower seed oil on neonatal mortality and morbidity in southern Nepal: a community-based, cluster-randomised trial

Introduction Hospital-based studies have demonstrated topical applications of sunflower seed oil (SSO) to skin of preterm infants can reduce nosocomial infections and improve survival. In South Asia, replacing traditional mustard with SSO might have similar benefits.Methods 340 communities in Sarlah...

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Main Authors: Joanne Katz, James M Tielsch, Luke C Mullany, Subarna K Khatry, Steven C LeClerq, Laxman Shrestha, Seema Subedi, Aimee Summers, Marty O Visscher, Jeevan B Sherchand
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 2024-02-01
Series:BMJ Global Health
Online Access:https://gh.bmj.com/content/9/2/e013691.full

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