Smoking Trends Among Pregnant Women in Cantabria, Spain
Author Information
Author(s): Palma Silvia, Pérez-Iglesias Rocio, Pardo-Crespo Rosa, Llorca Javier, Mariscal Marcial, Delgado-Rodríguez Miguel
Primary Institution: University of Jaen, Jaen, Spain; University of Cantabria, Santander, Spain
Hypothesis
What are the trends and determinants of smoking cessation among pregnant women in Cantabria over a five-year period?
Conclusion
Smoking among pregnant women in Cantabria is very high, and the rate of smoking cessation has decreased over time, indicating a need for improved smoking counseling in prenatal care.
Supporting Evidence
- Smoking prior to pregnancy decreased from 53.6% in 1998 to 39.4% in 2002.
- The rate of smoking cessation among pregnant women dropped from 37.3% in 1998 to 20.6% in 2002.
- Adequate prenatal care was associated with increased smoking cessation.
Takeaway
Many pregnant women in Cantabria smoke, and fewer are quitting than before, so doctors need to help them stop better.
Methodology
A random sample of women delivering at a regional hospital was surveyed about their smoking habits before and during pregnancy, with data collected through interviews and medical records.
Potential Biases
Potential under-reporting of smoking status by participants.
Limitations
The study relied on self-reported smoking data, which may lead to misclassification.
Participant Demographics
Women delivering at the University Hospital Marques de Valdecilla in Cantabria, Spain, from 1998 to 2002.
Statistical Information
P-Value
< 0.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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