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Annet Murungi1, Hinda Ruton1,2, Noel Gahamanyi3,4
1Field Epidemiology Training Program, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Rwanda, Kigali-Rwanda.
Intimate partner physical violence (IPPV) affects 4.5% of pregnant women in Rwanda. Key risk factors include partner alcohol abuse, polygamy, and having 3-5 children, highlighting the need for integrated prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Human Rights
- Sociology
Background:
- Intimate partner physical violence (IPPV) during pregnancy poses significant risks to maternal and child health.
- IPPV is recognized as a critical public health issue and a violation of human rights.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of IPPV among pregnant women in Rwanda.
- To identify factors associated with IPPV in this population.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study utilizing secondary data from the Rwanda Demographic Health Survey (2019-2020).
- Included 1,849 women aged 15-49 years.
- Multivariate logistic regression analysis was employed to identify associated factors, with Adjusted Odds Ratios (AOR) and 95% Confidence Intervals (CI) reported.
Main Results:
- The prevalence of IPPV among pregnant women in Rwanda was found to be 4.5%.
- Factors significantly associated with IPPV included partner's alcohol consumption (occasional or frequent drunkenness), having 3-5 living children, and polygamous relationships.
Conclusions:
- IPPV remains a concern for pregnant women in Rwanda, with specific risk factors identified.
- Addressing substance abuse, gender inequality, and promoting women's empowerment are crucial.
- Integrating IPPV prevention into maternal health services is recommended to protect mothers and newborns.
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