Journey of vulnerability: a mixed-methods study to understand intrapartum transfers in Tanzania and Zambia

• Main Authors: Tina Lavender (Author), Carol Bedwell (Author), Kieran Blaikie (Author), Valentina Actis Danna (Author), Chris Sutton (Author), Chowa Tembo Kasengele (Author), Sabina Wakasiaka (Author), Bellington Vwalika (Author), Rose Laisser (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2020-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Timely intrapartum referral between facilities is pivotal in reducing maternal/neonatal mortality and morbidity but is distressing to women, resource-intensive and likely to cause delays in care provision. We explored the complexities around referrals to gain understanding of the...