Assessing five-year trend and socio-demographic determinants of caesarean section delivery in Ghana

Ghana's high C-section rate is a concern, driven by increased availability, socio-demographic factors, and regional healthcare disparities. Advanced maternal age, higher education, and formal employment increase the likelihood of C-sections. To address this, Ghana needs to strengthen antenatal care, promote natural childbirth, and improve access to quality healthcare facilities. To reduce unnecessary C-sections and enhance maternal health, Ghana should develop national guidelines, allocate resources to strengthen regional healthcare infrastructure, and launch public awareness campaigns. By implementing these strategies, Ghana can reduce C-sections by 20-30%, lower maternal morbidity and mortality rates, and improve newborn health outcomes. This will prioritize maternal health and ensure better outcomes for mothers and newborns nationwide.

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BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
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2024-12-29
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-024-07114-6
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Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
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Abstract

Ghana's high C-section rate is a concern, driven by increased availability, socio-demographic factors, and regional healthcare disparities. Advanced maternal age, higher education, and formal employment increase the likelihood of C-sections. To address this, Ghana needs to strengthen antenatal care, promote natural childbirth, and improve access to quality healthcare facilities. To reduce unnecessary C-sections and enhance maternal health, Ghana should develop national guidelines, allocate resources to strengthen regional healthcare infrastructure, and launch public awareness campaigns. By implementing these strategies, Ghana can reduce C-sections by 20-30%, lower maternal morbidity and mortality rates, and improve newborn health outcomes. This will prioritize maternal health and ensure better outcomes for mothers and newborns nationwide.

BMC Pregnancy and ChildbirthVol. 24(1)
University of Health and Allied Sciences (GH), Ghana Health Service (GH)
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