Risk factors for postpartum maternal mortality and hospital readmission in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review

Risk factors for postpartum maternal mortality and hospital readmission in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review

Abstract Background In low- and middle-income countries, approximately two thirds of maternal deaths occur in the postpartum period. Yet, care for women beyond 24 h after discharge is limited. The objective of this systematic review is to summarize current evidence on socio-demographic and clinical...

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Main Authors: Nicola E. Symonds, Marianne Vidler, Matthew O. Wiens, Shazmeen Omar, L. Lacey English, U. Vivian Ukah, J. Mark Ansermino, Joseph Ngonzi, Lisa M. Bebell, Bella Hwang, Astrid Christoffersen-Deb, Niranjan Kissoon, Beth A. Payne
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-04-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
Postpartum period
Maternal mortality
Readmission
Post-discharge risk
Low- and middle-income countries
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-023-05459-y

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