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ArticleScientific reports2025

Prevalence and determinants of neonatal infections in Benin based on a retrospective study in six reference hospitals.

Arielle Kounou, Hornel Koudokpon, Kevin Sintondji, Boris Lègba, Kafayath Fabiyi, Anges Yadouléton, Susanne Saarinen, Victorien Dougnon

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Arielle KounouResearch Unit in Applied Microbiology and Pharmacology of Natural Substances, Research Laboratory in Applied Biology, Polytechnic School of Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey-Calavi, Abomey-Calavi, Benin.
Hornel KoudokponResearch Unit in Applied Microbiology and Pharmacology of Natural Substances, Research Laboratory in Applied Biology, Polytechnic School of Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey-Calavi, Abomey-Calavi, Benin.
Kevin SintondjiResearch Unit in Applied Microbiology and Pharmacology of Natural Substances, Research Laboratory in Applied Biology, Polytechnic School of Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey-Calavi, Abomey-Calavi, Benin.
Boris LègbaResearch Unit in Applied Microbiology and Pharmacology of Natural Substances, Research Laboratory in Applied Biology, Polytechnic School of Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey-Calavi, Abomey-Calavi, Benin.
Kafayath FabiyiResearch Unit in Applied Microbiology and Pharmacology of Natural Substances, Research Laboratory in Applied Biology, Polytechnic School of Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey-Calavi, Abomey-Calavi, Benin.
Anges YadoulétonViral Hemorrhagic Fevers and Arboviruses Laboratory, Ministry of Health, Benin, Cotonou, Benin.
Susanne SaarinenPhysicians for Social Responsibility, Helsinki, Finland.
Victorien DougnonResearch Unit in Applied Microbiology and Pharmacology of Natural Substances, Research Laboratory in Applied Biology, Polytechnic School of Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey-Calavi, Abomey-Calavi, Benin. victorien.dougnon@gmail.com.

Funding

Research and Capacity Building in Antimicrobial Resistance in West AfricaD43TW012487 · FIC · UNIVERSITY OF GHANA · PI Eric Sampane-Donkor · 2023 to 2026
$986k
FIC NIH HHS D43 TW012487The Research and Capacity Building in Antimicrobial Resistance in West Africa (RECABAW) Training Programme D43TW012487
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Maternal and neonatal infections pose a significant public health challenge, particularly in developing countries like Benin. This retrospective study investigates the frequency and determinants of maternal and neonatal infections in Benin during 2022, utilizing data from six reference hospitals. The study includes 123 neonates suspected of infection, analyzing factors such as birth weight, breastfeeding practices, clinical delivery parameters, and laboratory-confirmed infection rates. Findings reveal that 32% of suspected cases were confirmed infections, with a higher prevalence among premature newborns and those born in specific hospitals. The study emphasizes the need for improved diagnostic facilities, infection control practices, and awareness among healthcare workers and pregnant women. Recommendations for future research include broader geographic coverage and enhanced training programs.

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Infant, Newborn, DiseasesPregnancy Complications, InfectiousAdultBeninBreast FeedingFemaleHospitalsHumansInfant, NewbornMalePregnancyPrevalenceRetrospective StudiesBeninNeonatal infectionsRetrospective studyRisk factors

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PMID40169680
PMCPMC11962093

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