Induced abortion in Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Teklehaimanot Gereziher Haile, Teklehaymanot Huluf Abraha, Gebreamlak Gebremedhn Gebremeskel, Kidane Zereabruk, Tesfay Hailu Welu, Teklit Grum and Negasi Asres

PLOS ONE, 2024, vol. 19, issue 5, 1-21

Abstract: Background: One of the main factors contributing to maternal morbidity and mortality is induced abortion. The WHO estimates that over 44 million induced abortions take place annually around the world. The majority of these abortions—about 50%—are unsafe, significantly increasing maternal morbidity and contributing to 13% of maternal deaths. Thus, this review aimed to estimate the pooled prevalence of induced abortion and its associated factors in Africa. Methods: To find literature on the prevalence of induced abortion and its associated factors, a thorough search of the internet databases such as PubMed/MEDLINE, African Journals Online, and Google Scholar was conducted. The data were extracted using a structured method of data collection. Software called STATA 14 was used to do the analysis. funnel plot and Egger regression test were used to evaluate potential publication bias. I2 statistics and Cochrane’s Q were used to measure the heterogeneity at a p-value

Date: 2024
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