Association of meconium stained amniotic fluid with Apgar score of neonate

Background: The presence of meconium in amniotic fluid is indicated one of the foetal distress sign. The objective of the study was to see the association of meconium stained liquor and Apgar score of neonate. Methods: Women admitted in labour room were classified as those with clear liquor or meconium stained. Labour was monitored and Apgar score of neonate was noted Data was analysed to see the association with Apgar score of neonate. Results: Out of 250 women, 50 women had meconium stained liquor (MSL). MSL had significant association with poor Apgar score. There was no association between mode of delivery, interval between detection of meconium and delivery and the phase of labour in which it was detected with Apgar score. Conclusions: Presence of meconium has effect on Apgar score. Close monitoring improves the neonatal outcome. Early identification and prompt management of women with meconium stained liquor will help to reduce the neonatal morbidity.