Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the immediate post-natal electrolyte values in asphyxiated new-borns and their comparison between same age group of healthy neonates. Material and Method: A total number of 100 neonates of both sex 50 asphyxiated babies and 50 healthy neonates admitted into pediatrics and Gynecology has been taken for the present study. The blood sample for electrolyte examination was collected in red capped plain sterile vacutainer within 3 hours of birth. Statistical analysis of collected data has been determined by using SPSS (16.0). Chi square (chi-square) analyses were done to compare the test values between cases and control. P value < 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Result: This study shows hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, hypomagnesaemia and normal calcium level between two groups, i.e. Cases and Controls. Conclusion: From this study it can be concluded that electrolyte abnormalities are common asphyxia, which has a great impact on mortality and morbidity. If inappropriate fluid and electrolytes are given, serious morbidity can result from fluid and electrolyte imbalance.