Table 1 Scheme of analysis for chlorhexidine groups and non-chlorhexidine groups in the included studies
Study ID | Study groups | Any CHX vs. No CHX |
|---|---|---|
Nepal trial 2006 [11] | Group A: Multiple cleansing of cord stump with 4 % CHX. Group B: Cleansing of cord with Soap and water Group C: Dry cord care | Group A vs. Group B +C |
Bangladesh trial 2012 [12] | Group A: Multiple cleansing of cord stump with 4 % CHX. Group B: Single cleansing of cord stump with 4 % CHX. Group C: Dry cord care | Group A + B vs. Group C |
Pakistan trial 2012 [13] | Group A: Multiple cleansing of cord stump with 4 % CHX and promotion of handwashing among caregivers. Group B: Promotion of handwashing only. Group C: Multiple cleansing of cord stump with 4 % CHX only Group D: Dry cord care | Group A +C vs. Group B +D |