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ArticleChildren (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Influences of Maternal, Child, and Household Factors on Diarrhea Management in Ecuador.

Karla Vargas-Gaibor, Kevin Rendón-Viteri, Geovanny Alvarado-Villa, Marco Faytong-Haro

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Karla Vargas-GaiborFacultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Espiritu Santo, Samborondon 0901-952, Ecuador.
Kevin Rendón-ViteriFacultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Espiritu Santo, Samborondon 0901-952, Ecuador.ORCID 0009-0002-3990-0797
Geovanny Alvarado-VillaFacultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Espiritu Santo, Samborondon 0901-952, Ecuador.ORCID 0000-0001-5928-9812
Marco Faytong-HaroFacultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Espiritu Santo, Samborondon 0901-952, Ecuador.ORCID 0000-0002-4238-1767

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Abstract

backgroundAcute diarrheal disease remains a leading cause of childhood morbidity and mortality, particularly among children under five. Despite being preventable and treatable, cultural, socioeconomic, and familial factors influence home management. This study examined how these factors shape childhood diarrhea care in Ecuador.

objectiveTo analyze maternal, child, and household characteristics associated with diarrhea management in children under five years of age using data from the 2018 Ecuadorian National Health and Nutrition Survey (ENSANUT).

methodsThis cross-sectional study applied logistic regression models to assess the influence of various factors on diarrhea management practices.

resultsMaternal education, ethnicity, child's age, household size, and urban or rural residence significantly influenced diarrhea management. Households with 4-6 persons (OR = 1.584,

conclusionsAlthough most children received some form of healthcare, disparities persisted, particularly in education level, ethnicity, and rural residence. These findings highlight the need for targeted maternal health literacy programs, culturally tailored interventions, and improved water-security initiatives to enhance diarrhea management and reduce inequities in care.

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acute diarrheachild healthcarechild morbiditymaternal and child hygiene habitssocioeconomic conditions

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