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Published in: Malaria Journal 1/2019

Open Access 01-12-2019 | Malaria | Review

Determinants of uptake of intermittent preventive treatment during pregnancy: a review

Authors: Elaine Roman, Kristin Andrejko, Katherine Wolf, Marianne Henry, Susan Youll, Lia Florey, Erin Ferenchick, Julie R. Gutman

Published in: Malaria Journal | Issue 1/2019

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Abstract

Malaria in pregnancy (MiP) contributes to devastating maternal and neonatal outcomes. Coverage of intermittent preventive treatment during pregnancy (IPTp) remains alarmingly low. Data was compiled from MiP programme reviews and performed a literature search on access to and determinants of IPTp. National malaria control and reproductive health (RH) policies may be discordant. Integration may improve coverage. Medication stock-outs are a persistent problem. Quality improvement programmes are often not standardized. Capacity building varies across countries. Community engagement efforts primarily focus on promotion of services. The majority of challenges can be addressed at country level to improve IPTp coverage.
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Metadata
Title
Determinants of uptake of intermittent preventive treatment during pregnancy: a review
Authors
Elaine Roman
Kristin Andrejko
Katherine Wolf
Marianne Henry
Susan Youll
Lia Florey
Erin Ferenchick
Julie R. Gutman
Publication date
01-12-2019
Publisher
BioMed Central
Keyword
Malaria
Published in
Malaria Journal / Issue 1/2019
Electronic ISSN: 1475-2875
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12936-019-3004-7

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