Prevalence of low birth weight and its associated factor at birth in Sub-Saharan Africa: A generalized linear mixed model.

Zemenu Tadesse TessemaKoku Sisay TamiratAchamyeleh Birhanu TeshaleGetayeneh Antehunegn Tesema

Published in: PloS one (2021)

This study revealed that the magnitude of low birth weight was high in sub-Saharan Africa countries. Therefore, the finding suggests that more emphasis is important for women with a lack of support, multiples, and healthcare decision-making problems.

Keyphrases

low birth weight
preterm infants
human milk
preterm birth
healthcare
decision making
gestational age
mental health
risk factors
pregnant women