Clinics in Mother and Child Health

Amadou Sow

Publications

• Research Article
  Prematurity: Epidemiology and Etiological Factors in a Maternity Ward in Dakar (Senegal)
  Author(s): Amadou Sow, Gueye M, Boiro D, Ndongo AA, Coundoul AM, Keita Y, Sow NF, Seck MA, Fatah M, Sylla A, Faye PM and Ndiaye OAmadou Sow, Gueye M, Boiro D, Ndongo AA, Coundoul AM, Keita Y, Sow NF, Seck MA, Fatah M, Sylla A, Faye PM and Ndiaye O
  
  Background: Prematurity is the leading cause of neonatal mortality and morbidity in the world. Several etiological factors contribute to its occurrence requiring identification for effective prevention. The objective of this work was to study the epidemiological and etiological factors of prematurity in the maternity ward of the Grand YOFF General Hospital (GYGH) in Dakar. Methods: This was a prospective study including all live and viable newborns conducted during January 1st to August 31st. They were divided into 2 groups: premature infants (22 WA-36 WA+6 days) and term infants (over 37 WA). Statistical comparisons were based on percentages for the chi-square test or Fisher's exact small sample test. Results: During the study, 501 newborns were collected including 360 term neonates (71.9%) and 141 premature babies .. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2090-7214.1000288

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