AUTHOR=Alamrew Abebaw , Ayele Mulat , Shitie Lake Eyob , Mulugeta Chalie , Kumie Getinet , Birara Zemariam Alemu 

TITLE=Predictors of Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness Practices Among Pregnant Women in Ethiopia, a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

JOURNAL=International Journal of Public Health

VOLUME=69

YEAR=2024

URL=https://www.ssph-journal.org/journals/international-journal-of-public-health/articles/10.3389/ijph.2024.1607296

DOI=10.3389/ijph.2024.1607296

ISSN=1661-8564

ABSTRACT=<sec><title>Objectives</title><p>We conducted this review to identify factors associated with birth preparedness and complication readiness (BPCR) among pregnant women in Ethiopia. BPCR is a comprehensive approach that helps address delays in seeking care for obstetric problems.</p></sec><sec><title>Methods</title><p>PRISMA was followed and different databases were used to find studies. Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR) with a 95% Confidence Interval was used to identify factors. The I<sup>2</sup> statistic, funnel plot, and Egger test were used to assess the heterogeneity of studies and publication bias.</p></sec><sec><title>Results</title><p>Knowledge of BPCR, danger signs during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum (AOR = 1.99, 95% CI: 1.51, 2.64, AOR = 1.55; 95% CI: 1.35, 1.80; AOR = 1.45; 95% CI: 1.27, 1.63, and AOR = 1.4; 95% CI: 1.21, 1.63), respectively, residency (AOR = 1.49; 95% CI: 1.32, 1.68), antenatal care visit (AOR = 1.59; 95% CI: 1.43, 1.78), history of stillbirth (AOR = 1.58; 95% CI: 1.36, 1.86), and educational status (AOR = 1.62: 95% CI: 1.45, 1.78) were significantly associated with BPCR practice.</p></sec><sec><title>Conclusion</title><p>This study identified some modifiable factors in the practice of BPCR. Integrating counseling and expanding ANC services in health facilities may improve BPCR practice.</p></sec>