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Spatial distribution of stillbirth and associated factors in Ethiopia: a spatial and multilevel analysis.

Getayeneh Antehunegn TesemaLemma Derseh GezieSolomon Gedlu Nigatu
Published in: BMJ open (2020)
In Ethiopia, stillbirth had significant spatial variations across the country. Residence, maternal stature, preceding birth interval, caesarean delivery, education and ANC visit were significantly associated with stillbirth. Therefore, public health interventions that enhance maternal healthcare service utilisation and maternal education in hotspot areas of stillbirth are crucial to reducing stillbirth in Ethiopia.
Keyphrases
  • healthcare
  • public health
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • birth weight
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • weight gain