Vol. 2002 No. 1 (2002)
Gender-Specific Maternal Health Outcomes in Urban Kenyan Clinics: A Comparative Study,
Kabwira Gitonga, Pwani University
Nyarangi Okeyo, Strathmore University
Mutua Orina, Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO)
Oginga Mburu, Strathmore University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18741500
Published: September 21, 2002
Abstract
Maternal health outcomes in urban Kenyan clinics have been a subject of interest for researchers aiming to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. Data was collected from clinic records, analysed using logistic regression models with robust standard errors to account for potential confounders. Analysis revealed a significant difference (OR = 1.25; 95% CI: 1.04-1.48) in maternal complications between male and female patients at the clinics. Gender-specific healthcare interventions are needed to address disparities observed. Clinics should implement gender-sensitive protocols to improve maternal health outcomes. Maternal Health, Urban Kenya, Gender-Specific Interventions
How to Cite
Kabwira Gitonga, Nyarangi Okeyo, Mutua Orina, Oginga Mburu (2002). Gender-Specific Maternal Health Outcomes in Urban Kenyan Clinics: A Comparative Study,. African Veterinary Surgery, Vol. 2002 No. 1 (2002). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18741500
Keywords
African GeographyMaternal HealthGender StudiesQuantitative ResearchEpidemiologyAnthropometryBiostatistics