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Avoidable maternal mortality in Enugu, Nigeria
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria.
Public Health
|October 26, 2007
Summary
Maternal deaths in Nigeria are often due to avoidable factors like substandard care and delayed medical attention. Addressing these issues is crucial for improving maternal health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Maternal mortality remains a significant public health challenge in many low-income countries, including Nigeria.
- Identifying preventable causes of maternal death is essential for developing effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify avoidable factors contributing to maternal mortality in Enugu, Nigeria.
- To analyze maternal characteristics associated with mortality.
Main Methods:
- A hospital-based descriptive study was conducted.
- Case records of maternal deaths at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH) from 2003 to 2005 were reviewed.
- Exclusion criteria included abortion-related deaths.
Main Results:
- The maternal mortality ratio was 2397.3 per 100,000 live births.
- Major avoidable factors included substandard care (27.7%) and delay in seeking care (19.1%).
- Financial constraints and delays in recognizing problems also contributed significantly.
Conclusions:
- Avoidable factors continue to be prevalent in maternal deaths in Nigeria.
- There is a need for improved healthcare quality and accessibility to reduce maternal mortality.
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