Knowledge of preeclampsia and its associated factors among pregnant women: a possible link to reduce related adverse outcomes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pre-eclampsia (PE) is one of the leading causes of maternal morbidity and mortality globally. Adequate knowledge about a disorder contributes greatly to its prevention, control and management. This study assessed the level of knowledge of PE and evaluated the factors associated with knowledge adequacy among pregnant women attending antenatal care at a University Hospital in Kumasi-Ghana.

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted at the University Hospital in Kumasi, Ghana. A validated closed-ended questionnaire was used to collect socio-demographic information and history of PE. Knowledge of PE was assessed based on a series of questions regarding the awareness, signs/symptoms, risk factors and complications of PE. Responses were scored percentage-wise and

SUBMITTER: Fondjo LA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6888941 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature