Adolescent pregnancy in Sao Tome and Principe: a cross-sectional hospital-based study

Abstract Background Pregnancy starts early in Sao Tome and Principe (STP) and rates of adolescent pregnancy increased 16% in recent years reaching a 27.3% prevalence. This study aimed to understand the pregnant adolescents’ characteristics and factors associated to early childbearing in STP. Methods...

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Main Authors: Alexandra Vasconcelos, Nelson Bandeira, Swasilanne Sousa, Filomena Pereira, Maria do Ceu Machado
Format: Artigo
Language:Inglês
Published: BMC 2022-04-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
Adolescent pregnancy
Sao Tome and Principe
Family planning
Newborns’ danger signs
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-022-04632-z
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