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Habte A, Bizuayehu HM, Lemma L, Sisay Y. Road to maternal death: the pooled estimate of maternal near-miss, its primary causes and determinants in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2024; 24:144. [PMID: 38368373 PMCID: PMC10874058 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-024-06325-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Maternal near-miss (MNM) is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) working group as a woman who nearly died but survived a life-threatening condition during pregnancy, childbirth, or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy due to getting quality of care or by chance. Despite the importance of the near-miss concept in enhancing quality of care and maternal health, evidence regarding the prevalence of MNM, its primary causes and its determinants in Africa is sparse; hence, this study aimed to address these gaps. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies published up to October 31, 2023, was conducted. Electronic databases (PubMed/Medline, Scopus, Web of Science, and Directory of Open Access Journals), Google, and Google Scholar were used to search for relevant studies. Studies from any African country that reported the magnitude and/or determinants of MNM using WHO criteria were included. The data were extracted using a Microsoft Excel 2013 spreadsheet and analysed by STATA version 16. Pooled estimates were performed using a random-effects model with the DerSimonian Laired method. The I2 test was used to analyze the heterogeneity of the included studies. RESULTS Sixty-five studies with 968,555 participants were included. The weighted pooled prevalence of MNM in Africa was 73.64/1000 live births (95% CI: 69.17, 78.11). A high prevalence was found in the Eastern and Western African regions: 114.81/1000 live births (95% CI: 104.94, 123.59) and 78.34/1000 live births (95% CI: 67.23, 89.46), respectively. Severe postpartum hemorrhage and severe hypertension were the leading causes of MNM, accounting for 36.15% (95% CI: 31.32, 40.99) and 27.2% (95% CI: 23.95, 31.09), respectively. Being a rural resident, having a low monthly income, long distance to a health facility, not attending formal education, not receiving ANC, experiencing delays in health service, having a previous history of caesarean section, and having pre-existing medical conditions were found to increase the risk of MNM. CONCLUSION The pooled prevalence of MNM was high in Africa, especially in the eastern and western regions. There were significant variations in the prevalence of MNM across regions and study periods. Strengthening universal access to education and maternal health services, working together to tackle all three delays through community education and awareness campaigns, improving access to transportation and road infrastructure, and improving the quality of care provided at service delivery points are key to reducing MNM, ultimately improving and ensuring maternal health equity.
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- Aklilu Habte
- School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wachemo University, Hosanna, Ethiopia.
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- Department of Health Informatics, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wachemo University, Hosanna, Ethiopia
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- Department of Epidemiology, College of Health Science and Medicine, Wolaita Sodo University, Wolaita Sodo, Ethiopia
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Negash A, Sertsu A, Mengistu DA, Tamire A, Birhanu Weldesenbet A, Dechasa M, Nigussie K, Bete T, Yadeta E, Balcha T, Debele GR, Dechasa DB, Fekredin H, Geremew H, Dereje J, Tolesa F, Lami M. Prevalence and determinants of maternal near miss in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis, 2015-2023. BMC Womens Health 2023; 23:380. [PMID: 37468876 PMCID: PMC10357694 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-023-02523-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 07/01/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND One of the most challenging problems in developing countries including Ethiopia is improving maternal health. About 303,000 mothers die globally, and one in every 180 is at risk from maternal causes. Developing regions account for 99% of maternal deaths. Maternal near miss (MNM) resulted in long-term consequences. A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed to assess the prevalence and predictors of maternal near miss in Ethiopia from January 2015 to March 2023. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis cover both published and unpublished studies from different databases (PubMed, CINHAL, Scopus, Science Direct, and the Cochrane Library) to search for published studies whilst searches for unpublished studies were conducted using Google Scholar and Google searches. Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were used. Duplicated studies were removed using Endnote X8. The paper quality was also assessed based on the JBI checklist. Finally, 21 studies were included in the study. Data synthesis and statistical analysis were conducted using STATA Version 17 software. Forest plots were used to present the pooled prevalence using the random effect model. Heterogeneity and publication bias was evaluated using Cochran's Q test, (Q) and I squared test (I2). Subgroup analysis based on study region and year of publication was performed. RESULT From a total of 705 obtained studies, twenty-one studies involving 701,997 pregnant or postpartum mothers were included in the final analysis. The national pooled prevalence of MNM in Ethiopia was 140/1000 [95% CI: 80, 190]. Lack of formal education [AOR = 2.10, 95% CI: 1.09, 3.10], Lack of antenatal care [AOR = 2.18, 95% CI: 1.33, 3.03], history of cesarean section [AOR = 4.07, 95% CI: 2.91, 5.24], anemia [AOR = 4.86, 95% CI: 3.24, 6.47], and having chronic medical disorder [AOR = 2.41, 95% CI: 1.53, 3.29] were among the predictors of maternal near misses from the pooled estimate. CONCLUSION The national prevalence of maternal near miss was still substantial. Antenatal care is found to be protective against maternal near miss. Emphasizing antenatal care to prevent anemia and modifying other chronic medical conditions is recommended as prevention strategies. Avoiding primary cesarean section is recommended unless a clear indication is present. Finally, the country should place more emphasis on strategies for reducing MNM and its consequences, with the hope of improving women's health.
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- Abraham Negash
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia.
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Environmental Health, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Public Health, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Public Health, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Pharmacy, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Public Health, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- College of Health Sciences, Oda Bultum University, Chiro, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- College of Health Sciences, Salale University, Fitche, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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Yilmaz Z, Oral S, Yurtcu N, Akpak YK, Celik S, Caliskan C. Predictive and Prognostic Value of Plasma Zonulin for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in Women at 24-28 Weeks of Gestation. Z Geburtshilfe Neonatol 2022; 226:384-390. [PMID: 36216347 DOI: 10.1055/a-1936-0863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to examine the predictive and prognostic value of plasma zonulin for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in women at 24-28 weeks of gestation. METHODS This retrospective study was carried out with pregnant women with GDM (n=98) and normal glucose tolerance (control group) (n=132). GDM was diagnosed according to American Diabetes Association (ADA) criteria with a one-step 75-g OGTT at 24-28 gestational weeks. Their serum zonulin levels measured during one-step 75-g OGTT and perinatal outcomes were compared, and the cut-off value of plasma zonulin for the prediction of GDM was calculated with receiver operating characteristic curve analysis. RESULTS Plasma zonulin level was significantly higher in women with GDM compared to controls (28.8±24.9 and 7.3±11.3 ng/mL, respectively). According to logistic regression analysis, plasma zonulin levels and GDM were statistically significant. The plasma zonulin cut-off value was>45.2 ng/mL. The rate of cesarean section, the rate of meconium in the amniotic fluid, and the need for admission to the neonatal intensive care unit significantly differed between women with GDM and controls. CONCLUSION In pregnant women with GDM, plasma zonulin increases, and with the cut-off level of>45.2 ng/mL, it can predict GDM with values of sensitivity and specificity levels significantly higher in pregnant women with GDM, suggesting that it can be used as a tool for its screening and early diagnosis.
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- Zehra Yilmaz
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical Park Hospitals Group, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Halic University, Beyoglu, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Sivas, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital Clinics, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Balikesir State Hospital, Balikesir, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Samsun Education and Research Hospital, Samsun, Turkey
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Lemieux P, Benham JL, Donovan LE, Moledina N, Pylypjuk C, Yamamoto JM. The association between gestational diabetes and stillbirth: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Diabetologia 2022; 65:37-54. [PMID: 34676425 DOI: 10.1007/s00125-021-05579-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2021] [Accepted: 07/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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AIMS/HYPOTHESIS Controversy exists over whether gestational diabetes increases the risk of stillbirth. The aim of this review was to examine the association between gestational diabetes and stillbirth. METHODS We performed searches of the published literature to May 2021. Study selection and data extraction were performed in duplicate by independent reviewers. Meta-analyses of summary measures were conducted using random-effect models for cohort and case-control studies separately. The study protocol was registered in PROSPERO (registration ID CRD42020166939). RESULTS From 9981 citations, 419 were identified for full-text review and 73 met inclusion criteria (n = 70,292,090). There was no significant association between gestational diabetes and stillbirth in cohort studies (pooled OR 1.04 [95% CI 0.90, 1.21]; I2 86.1%) or in case-control studies (pooled OR 1.57 [95% CI 0.83, 2.98]; I2 94.8%). Gestational diabetes was associated with lower odds of stillbirth among cohort studies presenting with an adjusted OR (pooled OR 0.78 [95% CI 0.68, 0.88]; I2 42.7%). Stratified analyses by stillbirth ≥28 weeks' gestation, studies published prior to 2013 and studies identified as low quality demonstrated a significantly higher odds of stillbirth in meta-regression (p = 0.016, 0.023 and 0.005, respectively). Egger's test for all included cohort studies (p = 0.018) suggests publication bias for the main meta-analysis. CONCLUSIONS/INTERPRETATION Given the substantial heterogeneity across studies, there are insufficient data to define the relationship between stillbirth and gestational diabetes adequately. In the main analyes, gestational diabetes was not associated with an increased risk of stillbirth. However, heterogeneity across studies means this finding should be interpreted cautiously.
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- Patricia Lemieux
- Department of Medicine, CHU de Québec - University Laval, Quebec City, QC, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Community Health Sciences, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
- Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada.
- Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada.
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada.
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