A study on compliance of antenatal care among the mothers attending immunisation clinic of Murshidabad Medical College and Hospital, West Bengal
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 3
Abstract
Introduction: Maternal death is more common in developing countries than developing countries. Though the death rate is declining, there are new targets set to accelerate the decline. One of the main way to reduce the maternal death is through proper Antenatal care. Objective: To determine number of antenatal visits and to assess the knowledge and practice regarding antenatal care among mothers. Methodology: A cross sectional study was conducted in Murshidabad Medical College and Hospital, of West Bengal state with the sample of 154 using pretested questionnaire. Results: Out of 154 participants, awareness about antenatal care is present for 35.7% and 90.26% had more than 3 antenatal visit. Around 40.9% had awareness about IFA tablets and TT immunisation. Around 41.6% had gender preference and 27.3% had preference for male child. Conclusion: Community awareness should be created to improve early registration and antenatal care.
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Tarun Kumar Sarkar, Mrinmoy Adhikary, Pulak Kumar Jana, Jasmine . , VinothGnana Chellaiyan
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