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How I counsel patients regarding delayed cord clamping

OBG Manag. 2013 September;25(9)
By
John T. Repke, MD
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Without conclusive evidence to guide clinicians on whether or not to delay cord clamping at birth, how does Dr. Repke counsel his inquiring patients on this issue?

 

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