Giving birth is like going to war: Obstetric violence in public maternity centers in Niger

2023-06-29 obstetrics and gynecology Title + abstract only

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Obstetric violence has been recognized as a significant risk factor for maternal morbidity and mortality globally. However, there is lack of literature on the abuse of birthing women and their maternal rights in formal healthcare settings in Niger. This paper explores womens experiences of violence in public maternity care in Niger to identify drivers, facilitators, manifestations, and consequences of the maltreatment of women during labor and delivery. We qualitatively explored the experiences ...