Epidemiology Research Papers/Topics

Factors Associated with Low Birth Weight deliveries in Pumwani Maternity Hospital, Nairobi-Kenya

Abstract/Overview Low birth weight (LBW) is a major determinant of morbidity, mortality and disability in infancy and childhood and has a long-term impact on health outcomes in adult life. It results in substantial costs to the health sector and imposes a significant burden on society as a whole. This study sought to determine risk factors associated with LBW deliveries in Pumwani Maternity Hospital (PMH), Nairobi, Kenya. It focused on LBW and maternal socio-demographic characteristics, l...