PHYSIOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF KANGAROOING ON THE NEWBORNS WEIGHING LESS THAN 2000 GRAMS
Journal Title: International Journal of Basic and Applied Physiology - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Background: Low birth weight (LBW<2500 g), which is often associated with preterm birth, is a common problem in India. Both are recognized risk factors for neonatal mortality. Kangaroo mother care (KMC) is a non-conventional, low-cost method for newborn care based upon intimate skin-to-skin contact between mother and baby. Aim and Objectives: To assess the change in physiological parameters of LBW babies before and after KMC. Method: Study cohort comprised in-born LBW babies and their mothers. Initially, KMC was started for 1 hour duration (at a stretch) on first day and then increased by 1 hour each day for next 2 days. Axillary temperature, respiratory rate (RR/ min), heart rate (HR/ min), and oxygen saturation (SpO2) were assessed immediately before and after KMC. Result: Improvements occurred in all 4 recorded physiological parameters during the KMC sessions. Changes in heart rate and respiratory rate after kangaroo care were insignificant (p>0.05) whereas kangaroo care is highly effective in maintaining skin temperature and oxygen saturation (p<0.0001). Conclusion: Thus, without using special equipment, the KMC strategy can offer improved care to LBW babies especially in developing countries like India.
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Praveen Kumar Jain, D. Sarkar
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