Prevalence, Indications, and Community Perceptions of Caesarean Section Delivery in Ngora District, Eastern Uganda: Mixed Method Study

• Main Authors: Isaac Waniala (Author), Sandra Nakiseka (Author), Winnie Nambi (Author), Isaac Naminya (Author), Margret Osuban Ajeni (Author), Jacob Iramiot (Author), Rebecca Nekaka (Author), Julius Nteziyaremye (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Hindawi Limited, 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background. Uganda has a high maternal mortality ratio (MMR) of 336/100,000 live births. Caesarean section is fundamental in achieving equity and equality in emergency obstetric care services. Despite it being a lifesaving intervention, it is associated with risks. There has been a surge in caesarea...