Impact of intrapartum factors on oxidative stress in newborns.

Objective: To determine the impact of the method of delivery and type of obstetric anesthesia on oxidative stress in neonates.

Methods: The trial included 164 women in two groups of elective cesarean delivery (CD) and uncomplicated vaginal delivery (VD) at term. The CD group was randomized to either a spinal or general anesthesia and the VD group was randomized to either a local or a spinal saddle block.