Magnitude and determinants of neural tube defect in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Daniel AtilawYohannes TekalegnBiniyam SahiledengleKenbon SeyoumDamtew SolomonHabtamu GezahegnZerihun TarikuYared TekleVijay Kumar Chattu

Published in: BMC pregnancy and childbirth (2021)

The pooled prevalence of NTDs in Africa was found to be high. Maternal exposure to pesticides and x-ray radiation were significantly associated with NTDs. Folic acid supplementation before and within the first month of pregnancy was found to be a protective factor for NTDs.

Keyphrases

pregnancy outcomes
risk factors
risk assessment
high resolution
preterm birth
birth weight
randomized controlled trial
dual energy
gas chromatography
body mass index
electron microscopy
simultaneous determination
weight loss
soft tissue