Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University and Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, Nigeria
Research Article
Perceptions on the COVID-19 Pandemic by Pregnant Women in South Eastern Nigeria
Author(s): Joseph Ifeanyi Brian*, Egeonu Richard Obinwanne, Nnedum Ugochukwu, Anthony, Adinma-Obiajulu Nneoma Dolores and Edet Mark Matthew
Background: The ravaging COVID-19 pandemic has constituted a major contemporary global health challenge.
Pregnant women are believed to be at risk due to immunological changes associated with pregnancy. Assessment
of the pregnant women’s perception on COVID-19 is necessary to provide a more holistic approach to their care
during such pandemics.
Objective: To determine the perception on COVID-19 by pregnant women attending antenatal care in southeastern
Nigeria.
Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study conducted among 370 pregnant antenatal care clinic attendees
in health facilities in Anambra state, southeastern Nigeria. Data was analyzed with SPSS version 26; and the results
presented in tables and charts.
Results: Out of 370 pregnant womens studied, majorit.. View more»