Publications by authors named "Sarah Muwanguzi"
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- * The training utilized a low-dose, high-frequency (LDHF) approach consisting of webinars, self-study, in-person workshops, and ongoing support through a WhatsApp community, successfully integrating innovative medical treatments into existing educational modules.
- * Results from training sessions in South Sudan and Uganda showed significant knowledge increases (21% in South Sudan, 18% in Uganda) and positive feedback from participants on enhanced skills, teamwork, and practical application of training, demonstrating potential for wider implementation in global health practices.
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- Maternal mortality due to postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is a significant issue in low-resource settings, and this study examines healthcare providers' perspectives on the effectiveness and challenges of using heat-stable carbetocin (HSC) and tranexamic acid (TXA) for prevention and treatment of PPH.
- The research involved semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions with 64 healthcare workers in South Sudan and Uganda, focusing on a PPH intervention package that included training, readiness kits, and a community support platform.
- Results indicated providers view HSC favorably for preventing bleeding and recognize TXA as effective but noted limited experience with it; challenges included medication confusion and record-keeping issues, while
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- - The study investigates the effectiveness of a capacity-strengthening package to promote the use of heat-stable carbetocin (HSC) and tranexamic acid (TXA) in preventing and treating postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) in basic obstetric clinics in Uganda during crisis situations.
- - A total of 2,299 women participated over a year, showing that while the use of prophylactic uterotonics was high, the introduction of HSC contributed to changes in the overall treatment practices, with a notable increase in TXA usage.
- - The results highlight that enhancing healthcare provider capabilities can lead to improved management of PPH, suggesting critical implications for global health strategies in humanitarian settings.
Background: Addressing the evidence-to-practice gap in midwifery is vital for improving maternal and newborn health outcomes. Despite the potential of involving midwives in quality improvement interventions to address this gap, such interventions are understudied. In a Ugandan urban hospital, midwifery practices with a significant evidence-to-practice gap have been identified as areas for clinical improvement.
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