Gynecology & Obstetrics
Open Access
ISSN: 2161-0932
ISSN: 2161-0932
Sena Belina Kitila
School of Nursing and midwifery, Jimma University Institute of health,
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
Research Article
Folk Practice During Childbirth and Reasons for the Practice in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review
Author(s): Sena Belina Kitila, Wondwosen Molla, Tilahun Wedaynewu, Tadele Yadessa and Melikamu GellanSena Belina Kitila, Wondwosen Molla, Tilahun Wedaynewu, Tadele Yadessa and Melikamu Gellan
Background: Ethiopia is a country of long-standing history with its own identity. It is also a country with many useful traditional practices. On the other hand, it is a country where harmful traditional practices commonly practiced during pregnancy, labor delivery, post-natal.
Objective: The aim of this systematic review was to identify common folk practices during childbirth and reasons for committing this practice in Ethiopia, 2017.
Methodology: Systematic review was conducted using a priori protocol prepared specifically for this review. Articles were retrieved through a comprehensive search strategy. Data were extracted using critical appraisal check list.
Results: A total of 173 articles were identified, of which 10 were included in the review after full evaluation. The findings were present.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2161-0932.1000465