Examining birth preparedness and complication readiness: a systematic review and meta-analysis of pregnant and recently delivered women in India.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Birth preparedness and complication readiness (BPCR) is an essential component of safe motherhood programs. This study aims to systematically identify and synthesize available evidence on birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant and recently delivered women in India.

Methods

The study followed PRISMA guidelines and used databases such as PubMed, Cochrane Library, and ProQuest. Joanna Briggs Institute [JBI] Tool was used for critical appraisal of studies. The meta-analysis was conducted using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis [CMA] tool and R studio software. Statistical heterogeneity was evaluated using visual inspection of the forest plot, Cochran's Q test, and the I² statistic results. Funnel plot and Egger's tests were applied to explor

SUBMITTER: Singh T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10865639 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature