A simple swipe along the intended incision site with a cotton swab soaked in sterile saline, dilute povidone iodine (e.g., Betadine, Purdue Frederick, Stamford, CT), or chlorhexidine solution ...

Chlorhexidine alone also remains a strong contender [2], while alcohol, betadine and povidone iodine-alcohol may be considered depending on individual patient characteristics and preferences [3-5].

To provide an increasing body of knowledge related to umbilical cord care, a literature review was conducted to study the evolution of umbilical cord care, to evaluate the scientific evidence used ...

Povidone-iodine (Betadine) is another common topical antimicrobial used for umbilical cord care. When absorbed in significant amounts, this agent has increased serum iodine levels enough to ...