Neonatal and Perinatal Mortality: Global Challenges, Risk Factors and Interventions ( Pediatrics - Laboratory and Clinical Research )

Publication series :Pediatrics - Laboratory and Clinical Research

Author: Sajjad ur Rahman;Julian David Eason;Khalid N. Haque  

Publisher: Nova Science Publishers, Inc.‎

Publication year: 2017

E-ISBN: 9781536105742

P-ISBN(Paperback): 9781536105629

Subject: R71 Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Keyword: 妇产科学

Language: ENG

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Neonatal and Perinatal Mortality: Global Challenges, Risk Factors and Interventions

Chapter

Introduction and Background

Data Presentation

Vital Statistics

Demographic and Health Survey Data

Prospective Community Studies

Hospital Data

Discussion

Conclusion

Key Messages

References

Chapter 3

Determinants of Neonatal and Perinatal Mortality: A Global Perspective

Abstract

Introduction and Background

Results and Discussion

Socio-Demographic, Obstetric and Fetal Determinants of Stillbirths and Neonatal Mortality

Definition of Stillbirths and Neonatal Mortality

Socio- Demographic Determinants

Obstetric Determinants

Fetal and Newborn Determinants

Health System Determinants

Health Care Accessibility

Quality of Care

Count Every Newborn

Continuum of Care

Preconception and Pregnancy Nutrition

Family Planning

Antenatal Care

Postnatal Care

Acknowledgment

References

Chapter 4

Socio-Demographic, Obstetric and Fetal Determinants of Neonatal Mortality

Abstract

Abbreviations

Introduction and Background

Data Presentation

Pearl Study: Qatar’s National Perinatal Epidemiologic Research Project

Qatar’s National Neonatal Perinatal Registry (Q-Peri-Reg)

PEARL Study Definitions of Neonatal Mortality

Live Birth for Reporting Purposes

Live Birth for International Comparison Purposes

Mortality Rates

Neonatal Mortality

Early Neonatal Mortality

Late Neonatal Mortality

Prematurity Adjusted Neonatal Mortality (aNM)

Corrected Neonatal Mortality

PEARL Study Data Collection and Storage

Data Variables Analyzed

Statistical Analysis

Results

Discussion

Parental Education

Parental Occupation

Parental Age

Birth Weight

Gestational Age at Birth

Delivery Room Resuscitation and Apgar Score at 5 Minutes

Parental Consanguinity

Living Conditions (Type of Housing, Domestic Help)

Conclusion

References

Chapter 5

Socio-Demographic, Obstetric and Foetal Determinants of Perinatal Mortality

Abstract

Introduction and Background

Data Presentation

Data Source

PEARL Study Data Definitions

Data Collection

Data Variables Analysed

Statistical Analysis

Results

Discussion

Nationality (Ethnicity)

Maternal Education

Previous Stillbirth

Birth Weight and Gestational Age

Delivery Room Resuscitation and Apgar Score at 5 Min

Other Significant Determinants of Perinatal Mortality

Maternal Age

Domestic Help

Antenatal Care

Other Determinants of Perinatal Mortality

High Risk Pregnancies

Baby Gender

Parity

Conclusion

Key Messages

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 6

Global Challenges of Diabetes Related Neonatal and Perinatal Mortality: A Literature Review

Abstract

Introduction

Discussion

Macrosomia

Polyhydramnios

Newborn

Mother

Infant/Fetus

Infant

1st Trimester

2nd/3rd Trimester

Preterm

Conclusion

References

Chapter 7

Perinatal Mortality in Twins and Multiple Pregnancies

Abstract

Introduction

The Increase in Perinatal Mortality in Multiple Pregnancies as Compared to Singletons

Direct Vascular Complications Due to Monochorionicity

Epidemiological Studies on MC and DC Twin Pregnancies

Is Perinatal Mortality Increased with Twins Conceived After Assisted Reproduction as Compared to Spontaneous Pregnancies?

The Impact of Maternal Antenatal Complications

The Optimal Gestation for Delivery for Twins

The Mode of Delivery and Birth Order

Sex of the Fetuses

The Problem with Triplets

Conclusion

Key Points

References

Chapter 8

Preterm Births and Birth Defects as Major Contributors to Neonatal Perinatal Mortality

Abstract

Introduction

Preterm Births Contribution to Neonatal Perinatal Mortality

Birth Defects Contribution to Neonatal Perinatal Mortality

Conclusion

References

Chapter 9

Qatar’s Population Dynamics and Its Impact on Neonatal Perinatal Mortality

Abstract

The Booming Economy and Diverse Population of State of Qatar

Towards a Healthier Qatar

Maternal and New-Born Health: A Closer Look

Maternal Mortality

Neonatal and Perinatal Mortality

Conclusion

References

Chapter 10

Perinatal and Neonatal Mortality in Conflict Settings: Evidence-Based Interventions to Reduce Adverse Birth Outcomes

Abstract

Neonatal Health in Conflict Settings

Neonatal Health among Refugees: The Case of the Syrian Crisis

Evidence-Based Strategies to Improve Newborn Health in Conflict Settings

Ways Forward

Conclusion

Key Messages

References

Chapter 11

Evidence-Based Interventions to Address Stillbirths and Neonatal Mortality Worldwide

Abstract

Current Burden and Distribution of Neonatal Mortality and Stillbirths

When and Why These Neonatal Deaths and Stillbirths

Interventions for Reducing Stillbirth and Neonatal Deaths Burden

Preconception/Adolescent Health

Antenatal Nutrition Interventions

Interventions for Obesity

Infection Prevention and Management

Detection and Management of Hypertensive Disease of Pregnancy

Detection and Management of Diabetes of Pregnancy

Detection and Management of Fetal Growth Restriction

Skilled, Basic, and Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric Care

Labor Induction to Prevent Post-Term Pregnancies

Hygienic Care at Birth and Clean Birth Kits

Management of Preterm Labor Including Use of Antenatal Steroids

Interventions for Immediate Newborn Care

Interventions for the Neonatal Period

Other Promising Interventions

Way Forward

Key Messages

References

Chapter 12

Newborn Care in the Eastern Mediterranean Region

Abstract

Introduction and Background

Data Presentation

Neonatal Mortality Trends

Causes of Neonatal Deaths

Low Birth Weight

Essential Interventions across the Continuum of Care

Interventions Equity

Discussion

Essential Interventions

Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health

Emergency

Global Initiatives

Other MNCH Initiatives from the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Office

Conclusion

Key Messages (Up to Five)

References

Chapter 13

Newborn Health and Survival in the Occupied Palestinian Territories: A Case Study

Abstract

Introduction

Data Presentation and Discussion

Newborn Mortality Trends and Stillbirths

Causes of Death

Low Birthweight

Essential Interventions across the Continuum of Care

Pre-Conception and Prenatal Care

Delivery and Postnatal Care

Nutrition: Early Initiation and Exclusive Breastfeeding

Social Determinants of Health and Contextual Factors

Health Environment: Water and Sanitation

Women and Girls Empowerment

Impact of Conflict on Health

Governance

Health Financing

Health Policies and System

Summary and Conclusion

References

Chapter 14

Neonatal Perinatal Care in Qatar: A Story of Successful Health Policy and Practice

Abstract

Introduction and Background

Millennium Development Goals at a Glance

Qatar Calling!

Putting the Money Where the Mouth Is

National Birth Registry: Real Time Data

The MDG Domino

Skilled Medical Work Force and Protocols

Challenges In The Way Of Accomplishing MDGs

Conclusion

References

List of Contributors

Index

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