Birthweight measurement processes and perceived value: qualitative research in one EN-BIRTH study hospital in Tanzania

• Main Authors: Miriam E. Gladstone (Author), Nahya Salim (Author), Karama Ogillo (Author), Donat Shamba (Author), Georgia R. Gore-Langton (Author), Louise T. Day (Author), Hannah Blencowe (Author), Joy E. Lawn (Author), EN-BIRTH Study Group (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2021-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Globally an estimated 20.5 million liveborn babies are low birthweight (LBW) each year, weighing less than 2500 g. LBW babies have increased risk of mortality even beyond the neonatal period, with an ongoing risk of stunting and non-communicable diseases. LBW is a priority global...