Publications by authors named "Abebew Yeshambel Alemu"
Article Synopsis
- This study aims to compile and analyze existing research on preterm mortality in East Africa, addressing the inconsistent and inconclusive findings in the current literature.
- The meta-analysis reviewed 32 articles covering over 21,000 participants, revealing a pooled preterm mortality rate of 19.2%, with increased risks associated with conditions like respiratory distress syndrome and birth asphyxia.
- The results indicate that preterm mortality remains alarmingly high in East Africa, highlighting the urgent need for improved healthcare interventions in the region.
