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Maternal morbidity and death associated with pregnancy loss before 28 weeks in Nigeria

Saturday Etuk
Anthonia Njoku
Tina Lavin
Oyedeji Oladele Adeyemi
Lawrence Omo‐Aghoja
AM Abasiattai
Eno Etim Nyong
Sunny Ochigbo
Joyce Okagua
Amarabia Ibeawuchi
Solomon Igbarumah
Patrick Ekpebe
Charles Uwagboe
Bose Ezekwe
Ebe Idemudia
Isa Ayuba Ibrahim
Ngozi Orazulike
Adedapo Ande
Andrew Eigbedion
Jamilu Tukur

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Abstract

Pregnancy loss before 28 weeks is a significant contributor to high maternal morbidity and mortality in Nigeria. Socio-economic factors and delays in referral to higher levels of care contribute significantly to poor outcomes for women.

Research topics

Maternal and fetal healthcare
Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health
Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.1111/1471-0528.17864

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