Early human development
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Early human development · Aug 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialIs it a safe practice to administer oxygen during uncomplicated delivery: a randomized controlled trial?
Newborns exposed to oxygen suffer from an oxidative stress with significant alterations in the concentrations of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione (GSSG). ⋯ Maternal exposure to oxygen during delivery is not associated with changes in umbilical cord SOD or GSSG. Further studies are needed to explore mechanisms responsible for the need of resuscitation in the oxygen group.