80% of neonatal mortality.2 Those who survive are at risk of growth failure, ... 3: Lawn et al., Every Newborn: progress, priorities, and potential beyond survival.
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1 Koenraads ,
S.
2 Theobald ,
J.
3 Phuka ,
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3 Maleta ,
M.
1 Gladstone
1. Department of Women and Children’s Health, Institute of Translational Medicine, University of Liverpool. 2. Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine 3. Department of Community Health, College of Medicine, University of Malawi, Blantyre, Malawi.
Background
Results Summary of Community Perceptions/ Beliefs of LBW babies
Globally, every year 20 million babies are born with low birthweight (LBW), representing 15.5% of all births, the majority of them in developing countries.1 Preterm birth and intrauterine growth restriction are the main causes of LBW. LBW babies contribute to 6080% of neonatal mortality.2 Those who survive are at risk of growth failure, stunting, neurodevelopmental impairment and non-communicable disease.3 Although great progress has been made in reducing child mortality, the reduction of neonatal mortality has been much slower. It is clear that to improve neonatal outcomes, it is crucial to target the care for low birthweight babies. Malawi has the highest preterm birth rate in the world (18% of all births) and LBW is a major public health problem. This strongly contributes to the high neonatal mortality rate of 22/1000 live births in Malawi4.
Recognition of a LBW baby
Causes of LBW
Effects of LBW
Aim
Babies appear very small and malnourished Babies have low weight/ weight
