Effect of Community-Based Kangaroo Mother Care Package on Neonatal Mortality Among Preterm and Low Birthweight Infants in Rural Pakistan: Protocol for a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Neonatal mortality due to preterm birth and low birthweight remains a significant challenge in Pakistan. Kangaroo mother care (KMC) is a unique, low-cost intervention proven to reduce neonatal mortality and morbidity and increase exclusive breastfeeding rates. However, KMC has not been attempted in community settings in Pakistan. We aim to implement and evaluate the effectiveness of a community-based KMC package to reduce neonatal morbidity and mortality among preterm and low birthweight (LBW) infants, which will provide evidence for policy development and the large-scale implementation of KMC across the country.

Objective

The primary objective of this trial is to reduce neonatal mortality among preterm and LBW infants. The secondary objectives are growth (measure

SUBMITTER: Ariff S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8386402 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature