Journey of vulnerability: a mixed-methods study to understand intrapartum transfers in Tanzania and Zambia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Timely intrapartum referral between facilities is pivotal in reducing maternal/neonatal mortality and morbidity but is distressing to women, resource-intensive and likely to cause delays in care provision. We explored the complexities around referrals to gain understanding of the characteristics, experiences and outcomes of those being transferred.

Methods

We used a mixed-method parallel convergent design, in Tanzania and Zambia. Quantitative data were collected from a consecutive, retrospective case-note review (target, n = 2000); intrapartum transfers and stillbirths were the outcomes of interest. A grounded theory approach was adopted for the qualitative element; data were collected from semi-structured interviews (n = 85) with women, partners and health provid

SUBMITTER: Lavender T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7222428 | biostudies-literature | 2020 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature