This document appears to be a medical journal article discussing a research study on postnatal maternal fever among women at Kawempe National Referral Hospital in Uganda. The study aimed to determine the prevalence and factors associated with postnatal maternal fever.
According to the study, the prevalence of postnatal maternal fever was 19.3%, and the factors found to be significantly associated with maternal fever were HIV-positive status, labor complications, prolonged labor, and more than 24 hours spent in postnatal care. The study also found that occupation and residence were socio-demographic factors associated with maternal fever.
The article highlights the importance of early detection and management of postnatal maternal fever to reduce the risk of maternal mortality due to puerperal sepsis. Additionally, it discusses the limitations of the study, including the exclusion of women with stillbirths and those who were too ill to participate.
Overall, this article provides valuable insights into the prevalence and risk factors of postnatal maternal fever in a Ugandan referral hospital, highlighting the need for improved healthcare practices and access to antenatal care services to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality.
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