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Variation of caesarean section rates in Sub-Saharan Africa: A literature review
Journal: Journal of Gynecological Research and Obstetrics (Vol.5, No. 2)Publication Date: 2019-05-24
Authors : Dikete M Coppieters Y Trigaux P Fils JF Englert Y Simon P; Zhang W;
Page : 042-047
Keywords : Intra operative complications; Caesarean section; Maternal mortality and morbidity; Africa south of the Sahara; Perinatal mortality and morbidity;
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Abstract
Introduction: Ensuring access to quality caesarean section (CS) care is a key millenium development strategy and the next sustainable development goal to reduce maternal and infant mortality. The WHO recommends that the caesarean section rate should not exceed 10-15%. The objective of our analysis is to document the variability of caesarean section rates in Sub- Saharan Africa.
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