The use of antenatal corticosteroids in preterm labour for the prevention of perinatal mortality in hospitals in Tanzania

Conclusion: ACS significantly reduced the risk of perinatal mortality and RDS among preterm infants exposed to ACS in utero and delivered by women in preterm labour. The use of ACS should be encouraged in low-resource settings where preterm birth is prevalent to improve perinatal outcomes.Keywords: Antenatal corticosteroids; preterm labour; perinatal mortality.
Source: African Health Sciences - Category: African Health Authors: Source Type: research