Determinants of meconium-stained amniotic fluid among laboring mother in Ethiopia, systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Meconium-stained amniotic fluid (MSAF) occurs during childbirth when the amniotic fluid carries traces of meconium, the initial stool passed by a newborn. Often signaling fetal distress, MSAF is linked to heightened risks for both the mother and the newborn. In Ethiopia, there is insufficient attention given to this condition. Despite varied study results indicating a considerable range in MSAF occurrences, there is an absence of a comprehensive national overview. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis aim to evaluate the aggregated prevalence of meconium-stained amniotic fluid among laboring mothers and its influencing factors in Ethiopia, providing a consolidated understanding for healthcare strategies and policies.

Method

Following PRISMA guideline

SUBMITTER: Gashaw A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11257902 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature