scholarly journals Low Birthweight and its Associated Factors During the Era of COVID 19 at Assosa General Hospital, Western Ethiopia, 2020

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melkamu Senbeta Jimma ◽  
Fisha Alebel GebreEyesus ◽  
Ermias Chanie ◽  
Demek Mesfin Belay ◽  
Habtamu Bekele ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
General Hospital ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Low Birthweight ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
World Health ◽  
P Value

Abstract Introduction: Low birth weight (LBW) is birth weight less than 2.5 kg regardless of gestational age. The prevalence of low birth weight in developing countries is 16.5%. And it will help policy makers, health system planners, health care managers, and clinicians to perform evidence-based work and also help to contribute its own role to the achievement of World Health Organization goals by 2025. This study aims to assess low birth weight and its associated factors during the era of COVID 19 at Assosa General Hospital.Method: A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted from December 01, 2020 to February 01, 2021 at Assosa General Hospital. A total of 335 samples were selected. Allocation was performed using the systematic random sampling technique. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire through interview and chart reviewing. It’s checked for completeness and consistency. Then entered into Epi-Info and analyzed by using SPSS software version 22. First, descriptive analysis was carried out then, bivariate analysis was used to identify variables with p value of less than 0.25. Variables with p value < 0.25 were entered into multivariate logistic regression analysis was used and confounding effect was controlled. Finally, those variables with p-value < 0.05 were identified as significant determinants of LBW.Result: The response rate of this research was 100%. Based on this study, the prevalence of LBW was 11%. Variables like no antenatal care [(AOR = 9; 95% CI 1.2 –66)], fear of COVID19 is reason for Missed ANC follow up [(AOR = 9; 95% CI 1.2 –66)] and type of pregnancy [(AOR = 6.35; 95% CI 1.7 – 23)] were identified as significant factors for this study.Conclusion and Recommendations: The prevalence of LBW in the era of COVID 19 was 11%. The associated factors of low birth weight are no antenatal care visit (ANC) during pregnancy and pregnancy type. So, concerned bodies were recommended to do more and more on ANC follow-up.

scholarly journals The Prevalence and Associated Factors of Neonatal Hypothermia within Six Hours of Birth among Newborns in Pokhara

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 1150-120
Author(s):  
Rita Adhikari ◽  
Radhika Regmi ◽  
Babita Subedi
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Pulmonary Hemorrhage ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression ◽  
Neonatal Hypothermia

Background: Hypothermia is an important cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality. Persistent hypothermia leads to cold injury that results edema, scleroderma, pulmonary hemorrhage, jaundice and death. The objective of this study was to identify the prevalence and associated factors of neonatal hypothermia among newborns within six hours of Birth in Pokhara. Methods: The institutional based quantitative descriptive cross sectional study was done among 402 systematic randomly selected respondents by using structured format and digital thermometer MT 100 after taking ethical approval from Nepal Health Research Council and Pokhara Academy of Health Sciences. Data was analyzed by using SPSS version 20. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was done for the variables (p<0.25) in bivariate analysis. The variables (p< 0.05) with Adjusted Odds ratio (AOR) at 95% CI in the multivariate logistic regression was considered as independent associated variables. Results: The prevalence of neonatal hypothermia in the study area was about 43 percent. The significant independent factors of neonatal hypothermia were maternal age after 35 years (p=0.03, AOR: 4.087, 95% CI: 1.12-14.97), inadequate antenatal care (p=0.03, AOR: 0.52, 95% CI: 0.29-0.94), low birth weight (p=0.00, AOR: 0.433, 95% CI: 0.24- 0.77) and resuscitated babies at birth (p =0.00, AOR: 3.808)95% CI: 1.69- 4.65). Conclusion: Out of 10 births, four babies were hypothermic in study site. Mother’s age more than 35 years, inadequate antenatal care, low birth weight and resuscitation at birth were associated factors of Neonatal hypothermia. So, special care is necessary for low birth weight babies and during resuscitation.

scholarly journals Magnitude of Low Birth Weight and Associated Factors among Newborns Delivered in Dangla Primary Hospital, Amhara Regional State, Northwest Ethiopia, 2017

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asmare Talie ◽  
Mekuanint Taddele ◽  
Mulunesh Alemayehu
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Food Intake ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Previous History ◽  
P Value ◽  
Future Health ◽  
Additional Food ◽  
Primary Hospital

Background. Low birth weight is defined as a live born infant weighs less than 2 500 g regardless of gestational age. Globally, the prevalence of low birth weight ranges from 3% to 15%. Birth weight plays an important role in infant mortality, morbidity, development, and future health. The prevalence of low birth weight in Ethiopia was estimated to be 14% which is one of the highest percentages in the world. So, the aim of this study is to assess magnitude and associated factors of low birth weight among newborns delivered at Dangla Primary Hospital, Amhara Region, Ethiopia. Methods. An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted at Dangla Primary Hospital from September 27 to June 10, 2017. Systematic random sampling technique was used to select the 232 study participants. A structured and pretested questionnaire was used to collect data. Data quality was assured by pretesting, training, and frequent supervision. Descriptive statistics were performed for the descriptive part of the study. Binary and multiple logistic regression analyses were conducted to identify independent predictors of low birth weight. Those variables and p-value < 0.25 were included in the multivariable logistic regression for controlling the possible effect of confounders. Finally, variables which had significant association were identified on the basis of AOR, with 95%CI and with P-value <0.05. Results. Magnitude of low birth weight was 10.3 %. Previous history of low birth weight [AOR = 3.2, 95% CI: (1.13-9.9)], additional food intake during the last pregnancy [AOR = 5.0, 95% CI: (1.2-16.2)], and preterm delivery [AOR = 2.1, 95% CI: (3.1-19.2)] were independent predictors of low birth weight. Conclusion. Magnitude of low birth weight in Dangla Primary Hospital was high. So, strengthening counseling systems for women through quality antenatal care on advantage of additional food intake and previous bad obstetric outcome is necessary to alleviate the delivery of low birth weight neonates in the study area.

scholarly journals Risk factors for non-optimal breastfeeding practices in low birth weight infants

2010 ◽  
Vol 50 (2) ◽  
pp. 86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ekawaty L Haksari ◽  
Setya Wandita ◽  
Yustivani Yustivani
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birthweight ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Low Birth Weight Infants ◽  
Historical Cohort ◽  
Breastfeeding Practices ◽  
History Of ◽  
Or History

Background Low birth weight infants are ongoing problems sincethey are likely to have high risks of morbidity, mortality andfeeding problems. American Academy of Pediatrics recommendsbreastfeeding practice for infants with low birth weight, yet someproblems have occured.Objective To determine risk factors for non-optimal breastfeedingpractices in low birth weight infants.Methods In this historical cohort study we included mothers with6-month-old infants, single birth with weight of2000-2499 gramsand the pregnancy period of 2:: 34 weeks, and excluded motherswith infants who had a major congenital disorder, labioschizis,labiognatopalatoschizis, or history of admission in NICU. Datawere collected using standard longitudinal surveillance form forbreastfeeding mothers. Analyses were performed using chi-squaretest and logistic regression.Results The percentage of low birth weight infants breastfedoptimally were 42.7%. Working mothers presented the highestrisk for non-optimal breastfeeding. The onset of lactation formore than 6 hours was the second factor (81.8%). The resultsof multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that motherswho worked (RR 2.79; 95% CI 1.84 to 4.23) and onset lactationof more than 6 hours (RR 2.34; 95% CI 1.57 to 3.50) were therisk factors for non-optimal breastfeeding practices in low birthweight infants.Conclusion Mother's working status and onset of lactationfor more than 6 hours were the risk factors for non-optimalbreastfeeding in low birth weight infants.

Risk Factors for Low Birth Weight among Neonates Delivered in Public Health Facilities in Adama town, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nigusse Obse Nebi ◽  
Tolossa Eticha Chaka ◽  
Tilaye Workineh Abebe ◽  
Ephrem Mannekulih M
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Birth Interval ◽  
World Health ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Maternal Risk ◽  
Regional State ◽  
History Of

Abstract Back ground: Low birth weight is the major predictor of prenatal mortality and morbidity world wide. It has been defined by the World Health Organization as weight at birth of less than 2,500 grams irrespective of their age. Rate of low birth weight is still high in developing countries like Ethiopia particularly Oromia regional state where adequate primary health care services for maternal and child health are not universally available to all the populations. It is therefore imperative to identify risk factors for low birth weight in various communities in order to come up with feasible intervention strategies to minimize the problem. Methods: Facility based case-control study design was conducted from June-1/2017 to April-30/2018 on 318 mothers with singleton and full term neonates (108 case to 210 control). Semi structured interviewer administered and pretested questionnaire was used by trained data collectors working in delivery ward. The data were entered and analyzed statistical software. Descriptive and bivariate analysis was done. Result The mean maternal age of all study participants was 26.7 years with [SD of 4.8] with mean age for mothers of cases was 25.5 years and for controls was 27.4 years. In bivariet analysis residency being rural (AOR= 1.95 with 95% CI (1.0-3.48), parity ≥2 (AOR= 3.45 (1.89-6.32), number of antenatal care attendance ˂4 visits (AOR= 0.40(0.218-0.73)), birth interval ˂24 moths (AOR= 2.68 (1.45-4.94), history of hypertension (AOR= 0.39(0.18-0.87) and maternal MUAC ˂21cm (AOR=0.38 (0.159-0.91) were found to be statistically significant. Conclusions Variables that were found to have a statically significant relationship with low birth weight were residency being rural, occupation, parity ≥2 & birth interval ≤24months, number of antenatal care attendance ˂4 visits, history of hypertension and maternal MUAC ˂21cm were found to be statistically significant. Key phrases:- Low bith weight, maternal risk factor

scholarly journals Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness Practice and Associated factors among Women Attending Antenatal care Follow up in Yirgalem General Hospital, Sidama Zone, Southern Ethiopia, 2019

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Molalegn Mesele Gesese ◽  
Walellign Anmut Tirfe
Keyword(s):  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
General Hospital ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Southern Ethiopia ◽  
Birth Preparedness ◽  
Complication Readiness ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
History Of

Abstract Background: Birth preparedness and complication readiness is an approach that inspires pregnant women, their families and individuals to successfully design strategy for childbirths and deal with emergencies. In developing countries, world health organization estimates that more than 300 million women suffer from short-term and long-term complications related to pregnancy and child birth. In Ethiopia only 32% women have birth preparedness. The aim of this study is to assess practice and Associated factors of birth preparedness and complication readiness among Women Yirgalem General Hospital, Sidama Zone, Southern Ethiopia, 2019Methods: Facility based cross-sectional study was conducted from September 1st to 30th, 2019. A total of 422 pregnant women were randomly selected and interviewed by using pretested structured questionnaire. Data was entered by Epi-data version 3.1 and the analysis was done by SPSS version 21. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression was performed to identify factors associated with birth preparedness and complication readiness.Result: From 422 study participants, 356(48.6%) (95% CI: 46.9%, 49.8%) have birth preparedness and complication readiness practice. Age of respondent ≥ 37 years (AOR =4.2, 95% C.I =1.23, 14.24) and between 25 to 30 (AOR=2.35, 95% C.I =1.1, 5.1); level of education College and above(AOR=5.59, 95% C.I 2.8, 11.2)and secondary school (AOR=9.5, 95% C.I 3.99-22); previous history of ANC follow up (AOR=4.33, 95% C.I = 2.46, 7.61) and history of birth at health facility (AOR=3.09, 95% C.I= 1.72, 5.56) where factors associated with birth preparedness and complication readiness practice. Conclusion: Relatively higher birth preparedness and complication readiness practice was observed in this study when compared with previous studies. Health extension workers and health care provider should encouraged women to actively utilize the health services and the governments with other stakeholders should works on antenatal care and institutional delivery by focusing on women those has no formal education.

scholarly journals Anaemia and Associated Factors Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care Follow-Up at Yabello General Hospital Living in Pastoralist Borena Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia From From July to August, 2019

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Godana Arero ◽  
Kinde Asssefa
Keyword(s):  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
General Hospital ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Blood Film ◽  
Stool Examination ◽  
Excessive Bleeding ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Objective: The purpose of the study is to assess magnitude of anemia and associated factors among pregnant women attending antennal care follow-up at Yabello General Hospital in Pastoralist Borena Zone from July-August, 2019.Method: A hospital based cross-sectional study design was employed among 265 pregnant women attending antenatal care at Yabello General Hospital from June 17-August 16 2019. A systematic random sampling technique was used to select two hundreds sixty five study subjects. The first study subject was chosen randomly by simple random sampling method blindly picking one of two using pieces of papers named for the first two visitors. The sampling interval (K) calculated to be 2, and then, every second pregnant woman who attending antenatal care was recruited.Socio-demographic, maternal nutrition, information and obstetric and medical characteristics were assessed. Hemoglobin value, stool examination, HIV and syphilis test results were collected from their regular laboratory tests. Blood film was conducted for pregnant women who had signs and symptoms and whose hemoglobin value less than the established cut of values and data were analyzed using SPSS version 20.0 softwareResults: Magnitude of anemia with median hemoglobin value were (11.10g/dl ± 1.66); majority 46(63.9%) had mildly anemia, 24(33.3%) moderate and 2(2.8%) were severe anemia. Urban dwellers women (AOR, 95% CI: .18(.05-.64)), for those who had abortion before current pregnancy (AOR, 95% CI: 3.08(1.17-8.13)); coffee/tea drinking immediately after meal (AOR, 95% CI: 4.39(1.82-10.59), & who had excessive menstrual bleeding before current pregnancy were (AOR, 95% CI: 3.39(1.47-7.84)) & mid-upper arm circumference less than 23cm (AOR, 95% CI: 6.27(1.15-14.30)) were found to be independent predictors of anemia among pregnant women.Conclusion: Anemia in study area among pregnant women in Ethiopia was higher as compare with similar study elsewhere. Malnutrition, abortion, excessive bleeding & nutrition interaction with other inhibitors like coca cola, tea and coffee immediately after meals were independent predictors for anemia.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Associated Factors of Anemia Among Adolescent Girls and Boys at 10-14 Years in Rural Western China

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhonghai Zhu ◽  
Christopher R. Sudfeld ◽  
Yue Cheng ◽  
Qi Qi ◽  
Shaoru Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Household Wealth ◽  
Western China ◽  
World Health ◽  
P Value ◽  
Adolescent Girls And Boys ◽  
Critical Age ◽  
Health Organization

Abstract Background:Evidence on the prevalence and associated factors of anemia among young adolescentgirls and boys in rural western Chinais limited.Methods: We used data from a follow-up study of adolescents (10-14 years) born to women who participated in a randomized trial of antenatal micronutrient supplementation in western China. Anemia was defined by World Health Organization standards. Logistic regression was used to examine the riskfactors for anemia.Results: The overall prevalence of anemia was 11.7% (178/1517). Female adolescents were 1.73 (95% CI 1.21, 2.48) times more likely to have anemia as compared to males. Adolescents whose mothers had completed high school were 65% (95%CI 7%, 87%) less likely to be anemic, compared with those of whom had <3 years. Household wealth was also inversely associated with anemia. The association of puberty status with anemia was modified by adolescent sex (p-value for interaction was 0.04): males with greater than mild puberty development had 65% (95% CI 17%, 85%) reduced odds of anemia while there was no association among females (OR:0.72, 95% CI 0.29, 1.78). Consumption of flesh foods, eggs,and having a meal frequency of three times or more per day wereassociated with 42% (95% CI 11%, 62%), 40% (95% CI 7%, 62%) and 32% (95% CI 4%, 52%) reduced odds of anemia, respectively.Conclusions: Anemia is a public health problem among adolescents in rural western China. Nutritional and social determinants were identified as predictors, warranting interventions to reduce the risk of anemia among this critical age group.

Sociodemographic risk factors associated with low birthweight in United Arab Emirates

1996 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 339-346 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Bener ◽  
Y. M. Abdulrazzaq ◽  
A. Dawodu
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Maternal Smoking ◽  
Low Birthweight ◽  
Multiple Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Educational Status ◽  
Increased Risk

SummaryThis case-control study was undertaken to determine socio-demographic risk factors for low birth weight in Al-Ain (United Arab Emirates) over a 12-month period in 1992–93. A total of 3485 live births occurred of which 293 (8·4%) were low birth weight. The risk factors considered were mother's occupation, house conditions, place of residence (urban or rural), maternal smoking habits, antenatal care, availability of help in the home, maternal BMI and educational status. Multiple logistic regression analysis showed that mother's occupation, maternal smoking, antenatal care, and lack of help in the home were associated with increased risk of low birth weight.

scholarly journals Determinant Analysis of Low Birth Weight among Young Pregnant Women in Blitar District

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 86-91
Author(s):  
Etti Suryani ◽  
Yuly Peristiowati ◽  
Yenny Puspitasari
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Low Birth Weight ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
P Value ◽  
Routine Antenatal Care ◽  
Determinant Analysis ◽  
Cluster Random Sampling

Background : Low birth weight, commonly called LBW, is a major cause of infant mortality in Indonesia whereas its prevalence tends to increase from year to year. Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the determinants of gravida status, routine antenatal care, and comorbidities in LBW among young pregnant women in Blitar. Method : The research design was case-control using proportional cluster random sampling with a sample of 223 respondents. The data were analyzed with the binary logistic regression. Results : The results showed 214 respondents (96%) were primigravida, 23 respondents (10.3%) were not attended antenatal care routinely, 66 respondents (30%) had comorbidity, and 20 respondents (9%) delivered LBW baby. The statistical analysis of logistic regression showed there was no influence from gravida status and comorbidities, and routine antenatal care indicateda p-value of 0.000 which meant it was determined LBW among <20 years old pregnant women in Blitar. The interpretation of odd value was the group of < 20 years old pregnant women who were not attended routine ANC had a risk of 10 times to deliver LBW baby compared to the group of < 20 years old pregnant women who attended routine ANC. Conclusion : This study concluded that routine antennal care might prevent LBW for young pregnant women

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