Prevalence and factors associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes in South Africa: Evidence from the 2016 Demographic and Health Survey.

L MpolokengA Musekiwa

Published in: South African medical journal = Suid-Afrikaanse tydskrif vir geneeskunde (2024)

We report a high prevalence of adverse pregnancy outcomes among women of reproductive age in South Africa. We recommend addressing factors such as maternal age and currently/formerly living with a man within interventions to reduce the burden of adverse pregnancy outcomes in South Africa.

Keyphrases

pregnancy outcomes
south africa
pregnant women
hiv positive
risk factors
physical activity
adverse drug
emergency department
metabolic syndrome
type diabetes
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
human immunodeficiency virus
insulin resistance
preterm birth
electronic health record
birth weight