Determinants of skilled birth attendant delivery among reproductive age women in Lesotho: A multilevel analysis of demographic and health survey data

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Authors: Hiwot Tezera Endale, Tseganesh Asefa, Tiget Ayelgn Mengstie, Mihret Getnet, Helen Lamesgin Endalew, Amare Belete Getahun, Gashaw Dessie, Thomas Kidanemariam Yewodiaw, Engidaw Fentahun Enyew
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0340011
Cited by: 1
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Skilled birth attendant (SBA) delivery, defined as childbirth assisted by trained healthcare professionals such as doctors, midwives, and nurses, is a cornerstone of the World Health Organization's Safe Motherhood Initiative to reduce maternal mortality. Despite high SBA coverage in Lesotho, maternal mortality remains elevated. This study aimed to assess the determinants of SBA delivery among reproductive-age women in Lesotho using the 2023-2024 Lesotho Demographic and Health Survey data. METHODS: A cross-sectional study design was applied using nationally representative data of 1,407 women aged 15-49 years. Multilevel logistic regression models were employed. Adjusted odds ratios (AOR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were reported, with p-values

Fields of Study & Subjects

Global Maternal and Child Health Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions Global Health and Surgery

Publication details

Journal / source
PLoS ONE
Publisher
Public Library of Science (PLoS)
Volume
21
Issue
1
Pages
e0340011–e0340011
Publication date
6 January 2026
Language
EN