Determinants of adverse birth outcome in Sub-Saharan Africa: analysis of recent demographic and health surveys.
Koku Sisay TamiratMalede Mequanent SisayGetayeneh Antehunegn TesemaZemenu Tadesse TessemaPublished in: BMC public health (2021)
This study showed that the magnitude of adverse birth outcomes was high, abnormal baby size and preterm births were the most common adverse birth outcomes. This finding suggests that encouraging antenatal care follow-ups and socio-economic conditions of women are essential. Moreover, special attention should be given to multiple pregnancies, improving healthcare accessibilities to rural areas, and women's involvement in healthcare decision-making.
Keyphrases
- gestational age
- healthcare
- preterm birth
- pregnancy outcomes
- pregnant women
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- decision making
- low birth weight
- adverse drug
- cervical cancer screening
- public health
- palliative care
- health information
- working memory
- cross sectional
- quality improvement
- social media
- risk assessment
- chronic pain
- preterm infants
- breast cancer risk
- health insurance
- climate change