Determinants of early resumption of postpartum sexual intercourse in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The World Health Organization recommends that all postpartum women be examined for resumed sexual activity. Despite this, postpartum sexual health education and health promotion are not adequately incorporated into current maternal healthcare systems in low- and middle-income nations. There were variations in the prevalence and variables associated with early postpartum sexual intercourse across several studies.

Objectives

The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the pooled prevalence and associated factors for early postpartum sexual intercourse in sub-Saharan African countries.

Data sources and methods

Primary studies were identified using international databases such as Scopus, PubMed, Google Scholar, Embase, and CINAHL. Th

SUBMITTER: Belay HG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11605757 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature