Predictors of Chlamydia trachomatis conjunctivitis in neonates: a 10-Year retrospective study

Chlamydia trachomatis remains the leading cause of ON in our cohort. Key clinical predictors-bloody discharge, eyelid swelling, conjunctival redness, and unilateral involvement-can assist clinicians in early recognition and timely initiation of targeted testing and therapy. These findings support the development of predictive diagnostic frameworks in settings with limited access to molecular diagnostics.