Perinatal outcomes at Bella Coola General Hospital: 1940 to 2001
Résultats périnataux à l'Hôpital général de Bella Coola : 1940 à 2001
Harvey V. Thommasen, Michael C. Klein, Tara Mackenzie, Stefan Grzybowski
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 17–23
Content Summary
This article examines perinatal outcomes at Bella Coola General Hospital from 1940 to 2001, focusing on neonatal mortality, birth weight, and newborn condition. The study reveals a significant decline in newborn mortality rates from 4.7% in the early period to 0.7% in later years, aligning with national trends. Despite its remote location, the hospital achieved acceptable neonatal outcomes, with approximately 90% of newborns in good condition at birth. The study highlights the importance of rural healthcare facilities in providing effective maternal and neonatal care.