Table 3 Neonatal co-morbidities
Variable | No ROP % (n = 88) | ROP % (n = 27) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
Sepsis | 4 (4.5%) | 2 (7.4%) | 0.84 |
Patent ductus arteriosus | 1 (1.1%) | 2 (7.4%) | 0.20 |
Intraventricular hemorrhage | 3 (3.4%) | 2 (7.4%) | 0.37 |
Respiratory distress syndrome | 57 (64.8%) | 22 (81.5%) | 0.021* |
Hydrocephalus | 0 | 1 (3.7%) | 0.070 |
Lowest Hemoglobin level (g/dl) | 8.4 ± 1.4 | 7.8 ± 1.5 | 0.038* |
Maximum bilirubin level (mg/dl) | 7.3 ± 2.4 | 5.0 ± 2.7 | < 0.001* |