Factors related to the practice of vacuum-assisted birth: findings from provider interviews in Kigoma, Tanzania

Factors related to the practice of vacuum-assisted birth: findings from provider interviews in Kigoma, Tanzania

Abstract Background Vacuum-assisted birth is not widely practiced in Tanzania but efforts to re-introduce the procedure suggest some success. Few studies have targeted childbirth attendants to learn how their perceptions of and training experiences with the procedure affect practice. This study expl...

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Main Authors: Sunday Dominico, Mkambu Kasanga, Nguke Mwakatundu, Paul Chaote, Samantha Lobis, Patricia E. Bailey
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-04-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
Vacuum extraction
Vacuum delivery
Vacuum assisted birth
Emergency obstetric and newborn care
Maternal health
Training
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-021-03738-0

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-021-03738-0

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