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Birth asphyxia: a review

A I Airede1, H D Weerasinghe

  • 1Department of Paediatrics, College of Medical Sciences, University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, Nigeria.

East African Medical Journal
|April 1, 1995
PubMed

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Birth asphyxia is a global issue causing newborn illness and death, especially in developing nations. This review focuses on preventing and managing birth asphyxia in tropical regions.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal Medicine
  • Public Health
  • Obstetrics

Background:

  • Birth asphyxia is a significant global cause of newborn morbidity and mortality.
  • Incidence and sequelae are disproportionately high in developing countries compared to affluent societies.
  • High mortality rates associated with birth asphyxia persist in less developed regions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an assessment of birth asphyxia.
  • To outline prevention strategies for birth asphyxia.
  • To detail the management of birth asphyxia, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a review of existing literature and data on birth asphyxia.
  • It focuses on assessment, prevention, and management strategies.
  • Emphasis is placed on the context of tropical and subtropical environments.

Main Results:

  • Birth asphyxia presents a persistent challenge worldwide, with severe consequences in developing areas.
  • Effective prevention and management are crucial for reducing newborn morbidity and mortality.
  • Utilizing available resources like clinical screening and partography is vital.

Conclusions:

  • Continuous surveillance of birth asphyxia is essential for monitoring and control.
  • Strict adherence to preventive measures and timely management can mitigate the impact of birth asphyxia.
  • Implementing established clinical tools can help control the rising incidence of birth asphyxia.

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