Socio-cultural determinants of poor prenatal follow-up among women giving birth at the CHU Ignace Deen national hospital in Conakry

Abstract

Objective: the aim of the study was to analyze the socio-cultural determinants of poor prenatal follow-up among women giving birth at the Ignace Deen maternity hospital in Conakry. Methods: This was a two-month qualitative study of women without prenatal follow-up who gave birth in the department during the study period, as well as their husbands. Results: Saturation was achieved after 80 interviews. Only 9% of respondents were able to clearly name some of id that prenatal care enables pregnant women and their children to be healthy, but without giving details of the objectives, and without naming a single disease or health problem that could be prevented by prenatal care. For 70% of participants, traditional care can ensure a healthy pregnancy. Financial difficulties were the main reason for non-attendance at antenatal care centers. The attitude of certain providers was denounced by 12.5% of respondents. Conclusion: Ignorance of the objectives and schedule of ANC, the high cost of examinations and drugs, and the poor attitude of some providers are factors that contribute to poor antenatal care.