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The contribution of multiple pregnancy to perinatal mortality in Benin City

Omu, A.E.; Akingba, J.B.

Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology 3(4): 227-232

1983

ISSN/ISBN: 0144-3615
PMID: 12279700
DOI: 10.3109/01443618309081164
Document Number: 400142
The contribution of multiple pregnancy to overall perinatal mortality in the 3 major hospitals in Benin City has been reviewed. Although the incidence is 2.6% of all deliveries, it accounts for 14.3% of the overall perinatal mortality. The factors of importance in relation to perinatal loss included preterm delivery, low birthweight, birth order, malpresentation, mode of delivery, and failure to diagnose multiple pregnancy before labor. Bedrest is advocated. Health education is important in encouraging parturients to avail themselves of available antenatal facilities. A high index of suspicion for multiple pregnancy and referral of such patients to major units equipped to manage such high risk pregnancies will reduce fetal wastage.

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