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Impact of Kangaroo Mother Care on Neonatal Mortality in Preterm and Low-Birth-Weight Infants: A PRISMA-Based Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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  • Prof. Arul Vendhan Samuel

    (Glocal College of Nursing and Research Centre, Sharanpur, Uttar Pradesh)

  • Ms. Rupali Sewarik

    (Glocal College of Nursing and Research Centre, Sharanpur, Uttar Pradesh)

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Background: Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) is an evidence-based intervention for preterm and low-birth-weight infants. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates the impact of KMC on neonatal mortality. Methods: We systematically searched PubMed, Embase, CENTRAL, and WHO ICTRP for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing KMC versus conventional care. Data extraction and risk of bias (RoB-2) assessments were performed. Random-effects meta-analysis estimated risk ratios (RRs). Subgroup analyses and GRADE assessment were conducted. Results: Five RCTs (n≈11,000) were included. KMC reduced neonatal mortality compared to conventional care (RR 0.74, 95% CI 0.64–0.85, p

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  • Prof. Arul Vendhan Samuel & Ms. Rupali Sewarik, 2025. "Impact of Kangaroo Mother Care on Neonatal Mortality in Preterm and Low-Birth-Weight Infants: A PRISMA-Based Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS), vol. 10(9), pages 190-195, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjf:journl:v:10:y:2025:i:9:p:190-195
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