Trends and drivers of skilled birth attendant use in Nigeria (1990–2013): policy implications for child and maternal health

摘要

IntroductionWhile Nigeria accounts for only 2% of the world population, it regrettably shares 14% of global maternal death burden. Whether its reported increase in antenatal care utilization is accompanied by increased use of skilled birth attendants (SBAs) is not known. This study assessed trends in utilization of SBAs in Nigeria between 1990 and 2013 and identified its determinants.