Factors associated with short birth interval in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review

• Main Authors: Juan Pimentel (Author), Umaira Ansari (Author), Khalid Omer (Author), Yagana Gidado (Author), Muhd Chadi Baba (Author), Neil Andersson (Author), Anne Cockcroft (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2020-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background There is ample evidence of associations between short birth interval and adverse maternal and child health outcomes, including infant and maternal mortality. Short birth interval is more common among women in low- and middle-income countries. Identifying actionable aspects of sho...