Fetal outcomes and associated factors of antepartum hemorrhage in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Antepartum hemorrhage (APH) is a significant obstetric complication characterized by bleeding from the genital tract before the onset of labor. It poses serious risks to both maternal and fetal health, with potential outcomes including preterm birth, low birth weight, and increased perinatal mortality. In Ethiopia, where access to comprehensive prenatal care and emergency obstetric services may be limited, the impact of APH on fetal outcomes is a pressing concern. Despite the gravity of this condition, there is a lack of synthesized evidence on its prevalence and the associated risk factors specific to the Ethiopian context. This systematic review and meta-analysis aim to consolidate existing research on the fetal outcomes of APH and identify the key factors contributing

SUBMITTER: Kitil GW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11878924 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature