Intact Cord Stabilisation And Delivery Room Strategies: Current Practice In The Uk

Previous studies have shown that there is wide variation in resuscitation and stabilisation practices for both term and preterm neonates across the UK.1\n\nThe latest International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation guidance is clear on the benefits of providing Positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) for the initial ventilation of preterm infants.2 The benefits of delayed cord clamping (DCC) during initial stabilisation of preterm infants are also well documented3 and are recommended by the Resuscitation Council UK.4 The awaited National Neonatal Audit Programme report on data collected in 2019 will include national data on DCC rates across England, Scotland and Wales.\n\nHowever, there remains uncertainty as to whether to provide …