A cross-sectional study of the role of men and the knowledge of danger signs during pregnancy in southern Mozambique.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The role of the male partner and wider family in maternal health, especially in case of emergencies, has been receiving increasing attention over the last decade. Qualitative research has highlighted that women depend on others to access high quality maternity care. Currently little is known about these factors in relation to maternal health in Mozambique.

Methods

A cross sectional household survey was conducted with men and women in southern Mozambique about decision making, financial support and knowledge of danger signs. A multivariable logistic model was used to identify factors associated with knowledge of danger signs and Cohen's kappa for agreement among couples.

Results

A total of 775 men and women from Marracuene and Manhica districts were intervie

SUBMITTER: Galle A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7526108 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature