The economic and health impact of substandard uterotonic use for prevention of postpartum hemorrhage in three Sub-Saharan African countries: a comparative analysis

The economic and health impact of substandard uterotonic use for prevention of postpartum hemorrhage in three Sub-Saharan African countries: a comparative analysis

Abstract Background Uterotonics are essential in reducing the risk of postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) and saving mothers’ lives. However, numerous quality-testing studies have found that uterotonics in many low- and middle-income countries are substandard. This study compares the economic, health, and...

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Main Authors: Petra Procter, Sara Rushwan, Yi-Fang Ashley Lee, Colleen R. Higgins, A. Metin Gülmezoglu, Lester Chinery, Sachiko Ozawa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:Health Research Policy and Systems
Subjects:
Postpartum haemorrhage
Uterotonics
Universal health coverage
Poor-quality medications
Low-and-middle-income countries
Sub-Saharan Africa
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12961-025-01322-y
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