INFLUENCE OF PRENATAL EXPOSURE TO INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE ON NEONATAL BIRTH WEIGHT: EVIDENCE FROM AN UNMATCHED CASE-CONTROL STUDY AT BAFOUSSAM REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Journal: International Journal of Advanced Research (Vol.13, No. 06)Publication Date: 2025-06-15
Authors : Djam Chefor Alain Ernest Njih Tabah Solange Ikei Nkengazem Ariane Ange Ghomsi Tadie Gabriel Tchatchouang Mabou Ngam Lois Nabuin Augustine Eyong Bate Moati Angwah Russell Akwe Nzume Blaise; Libah Junior Dinkah;
Page : 521-531
Keywords : Intimate Partner Violence Pregnancy Outcomes Fetal Birth Weight Cameroon;
Abstract
Background:Intimate partner violence (IPV) during pregnancy represents a significant public health concern with detrimental effects on both maternal and foetal health, including low birth weight. IPV takes many forms, including physical violence, sexual violence, stalking and psychological aggression.Despite global evidence, data on this association remain limited in Cameroon. This study examined the impact of IPV during pregnancy on neonatal birth weight at Bafoussam Regional Hospital.
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