Longitudinal study of multidimensional factors influencing maternal and offspring health outcomes: a study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Reducing preventable adverse maternal and offspring outcomes is a global priority. The causes of adverse maternal and fetal outcomes are complex with multidimensional influencing factors. In addition, the Covid-19 epidemic has had a significant psychological and physical impact on people. China is now stepping into the post-epidemic era. We are curious about the psychological and physical situation of maternity in China at this stage. Therefore, we plan to initiate a prospective longitudinal study to investigate the multidimensional influences and mechanisms that affect maternal and offspring health.

Method

We will recruit eligible pregnant women at Renmin Hospital of Hubei Province, China. The expected sample size is 1490. We will assess socio-demographics, Covid

SUBMITTER: Chen J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10288674 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature