Neural tube defects in a war-torn Tigray regional state of Ethiopia: a retrospective study of 54,626 deliveries

Neural tube defects in a war-torn Tigray regional state of Ethiopia: a retrospective study of 54,626 deliveries

Abstract Background The Tigray region of Ethiopia has a significantly high prevalence of neural tube defects (NTDs), ranging from 1.31 to 2.15% of total births. The prevalence has worsened due to ongoing regional war and conflict since October 2020. This study aims to assess NTD prevalence in these...

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Main Authors: Birhane Alem Berihu, Afework Mulugeta, Tony Magana, Masresha Tessema, Tafere Gebreegziabher, Yibrah Berhe, Abadi Leul Welderufael, Hayelom Kebede Mekonen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-02-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
Neural tube defects
Spina Bifida
Anencephaly
Encephalocele
Stillbirths
Live births
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-025-07254-3
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