Quality Intrapartum Care in East Africa
Author Information
Author(s): Gebrehana Alemayehu Kasu, Asnake Angwach Abrham, Seifu Beminate Lemma, Fente Bezawit Melak, Melkam Mamaru, Bezie Meklit Melaku, Asmare Zufan Alamrie, Tsega Sintayehu Simie, Negussie Yohannes Mekuria, Asebe Hiwot Altaye
Primary Institution: Salale University, Ethiopia
Hypothesis
What are the factors associated with quality intrapartum care among women in East Africa?
Conclusion
Nearly half of the women in East Africa did not receive quality intrapartum care, highlighting the need for improvements in education and access to health facilities.
Supporting Evidence
- The prevalence of quality intrapartum care in East Africa was found to be 56.38%.
- Women with higher education levels had significantly higher odds of receiving quality care.
- Women in rural areas had lower odds of receiving quality intrapartum care compared to urban women.
- Distance from health facilities was a significant factor affecting the quality of care received.
Takeaway
This study found that many women in East Africa don't get good care during childbirth, and things like education and wealth can make a difference.
Methodology
The study used a multilevel analysis of the Demographic and Health Survey dataset from 2015 to 2023 across 11 East African countries.
Potential Biases
The study may overestimate the quality of intrapartum care due to missing variables in the dataset.
Limitations
The cross-sectional nature of the data prevents the identification of cause-and-effect relationships.
Participant Demographics
The sample included women who gave birth within two years preceding the survey, with a majority being married and from rural areas.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
[95% CI: 56.03, 56.7]
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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