Barriers to antenatal care during COVID-19 pandemic: A hospital-based retrospective cross-sectional study in rural south Karnataka

• Main Authors: Philomena Zacharias (Author), Merlyn Joseph (Author), Ann Jacob (Author), Mary Viji CL (Author), Nitisha Ann Josy (Author), Shulia Lydia (Author), Avita Rose Johnson (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Barpeta Obstetrics and Gynaecological Society, 2021-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: As part of Covid-19 pandemic response, India went into lockdown to reduce transmission and prevent overwhelming of hospitals. Pregnant women need protection from Covid-19, while ensuring they receive antenatal care (ANC). Objectives: To assess barriers to ANC during Covid-19 pandemic loc...