Author:
Magunda Andrew,Ononge Sam,Balaba Dorothy,Waiswa Peter,Okello Daniel,Kaula Henry,Keller Brett,Felker-Kantor Erica,Mugerwa Yvonne,Bennett Cudjoe
Abstract
Abstract
Background
It is assumed that the health conditions of urban women are superior to their rural counterparts. However, evidence from Asia and Africa, show that poor urban women and their families have worse access to antenatal care and facility childbirth compared to the rural women. The maternal, newborn, and child mortality rates as high as or higher than those in rural areas. In Uganda, maternal and newborn health data reflect similar trend. The aim of the study was to understand factors that influence use of maternal and newborn healthcare in two urban slums of Kampala, Uganda.
Methods
A qualitative study was conducted in urban slums of Kampala, Uganda and conducted 60 in-depth interviews with women who had given birth in the 12 months prior to data collection and traditional birth attendants, 23 key informant interviews with healthcare providers, coordinator of emergency ambulances/emergency medical technicians and the Kampala Capital City Authority health team, and 15 focus group discussions with partners of women who gave birth 12 months prior to data collection and community leaders. Data were thematically coded and analyzed using NVivo version 10 software.
Results
The main determinants that influenced access to and use of maternal and newborn health care in the slum communities included knowledge about when to seek care, decision-making power, financial ability, prior experience with the healthcare system, and the quality of care provided. Private facilities were perceived to be of higher quality, however women primarily sought care at public health facilities due to financial constraints. Reports of disrespectful treatment, neglect, and financial bribes by providers were common and linked to negative childbirth experiences. The lack of adequate infrastructure and basic medical equipment and medicine impacted patient experiences and provider ability to deliver quality care.
Conclusions
Despite availability of healthcare, urban women and their families are burdened by the financial costs of health care. Disrespectful and abusive treatment at hands of healthcare providers is common translating to negative healthcare experiences for women. There is a need to invest in quality of care through financial assistance programs, infrastructure improvements, and higher standards of provider accountability are needed.
Funder
United States Agency for International Development
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Obstetrics and Gynecology
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