Prevalence and factors associated with neonatal hypoglycemia in Northern Uganda: a community-based cross-sectional study

Prevalence and factors associated with neonatal hypoglycemia in Northern Uganda: a community-based cross-sectional study

Abstract Background Neonatal hypoglycemia is the most common endocrine abnormality in children, which is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The burden and risk factors of neonatal hypoglycemia in rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa are unknown. Objective To determine the prevalen...

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Main Authors: David Mukunya, Beatrice Odongkara, Thereza Piloya, Victoria Nankabirwa, Vincentina Achora, Charles Batte, James Ditai, Thorkild Tylleskar, Grace Ndeezi, Sarah Kiguli, James K. Tumwine
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-11-01
Series:Tropical Medicine and Health
Subjects:
Hypoglycemia
Newborn care
Breastfeeding
Neonatal care
Endocrinology
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s41182-020-00275-y

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