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Meta-Analysis
. 2024 Sep 2:69:1607296.
doi: 10.3389/ijph.2024.1607296. eCollection 2024.

Predictors of Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness Practices Among Pregnant Women in Ethiopia, a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Abebaw Alamrew  1 , Mulat Ayele  1 , Eyob Shitie Lake  1 , Chalie Mulugeta  1 , Getinet Kumie  2 , Alemu Birara Zemariam  3
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Meta-Analysis

Predictors of Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness Practices Among Pregnant Women in Ethiopia, a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Abebaw Alamrew et al. Int J Public Health. .

Abstract

Objectives: We conducted this review to identify factors associated with birth preparedness and complication readiness (BPCR) among pregnant women in Ethiopia. BPCR is a comprehensive approach that helps address delays in seeking care for obstetric problems.

Methods: PRISMA was followed and different databases were used to find studies. Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR) with a 95% Confidence Interval was used to identify factors. The I2 statistic, funnel plot, and Egger test were used to assess the heterogeneity of studies and publication bias.

Results: Knowledge of BPCR, danger signs during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum (AOR = 1.99, 95% CI: 1.51, 2.64, AOR = 1.55; 95% CI: 1.35, 1.80; AOR = 1.45; 95% CI: 1.27, 1.63, and AOR = 1.4; 95% CI: 1.21, 1.63), respectively, residency (AOR = 1.49; 95% CI: 1.32, 1.68), antenatal care visit (AOR = 1.59; 95% CI: 1.43, 1.78), history of stillbirth (AOR = 1.58; 95% CI: 1.36, 1.86), and educational status (AOR = 1.62: 95% CI: 1.45, 1.78) were significantly associated with BPCR practice.

Conclusion: This study identified some modifiable factors in the practice of BPCR. Integrating counseling and expanding ANC services in health facilities may improve BPCR practice.

Keywords: Ethiopia; birth preparedness; complication readiness; knowledge of danger signs; pregnancy.

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The authors declare that they do not have any conflicts of interest.

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PRISMA flow chart showing the included searches for systematic review and meta-analysis on predictors of birth preparedness and complication readiness practice among pregnant women in Ethiopia, 2023.
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The overall pooled odds ratio of the association between residency and practice of birth preparedness and complication among pregnant women in Ethiopia, 2023.
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The overall pooled odds ratio of the association between the mother’s educational status and practice of birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women in Ethiopia, 2023.
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The overall pooled odds ratio of the association between knowledge of birth preparedness and complication readiness and practice of birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women in Ethiopia, 2023.
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The overall pooled odds ratio of the association between antenatal care follow-up and practice of birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women in Ethiopia, 2023.
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