Evaluation of Postpartum Hemorrhage Prevention Program in Nepal

2014

Evaluation of Postpartum Hemorrhage Prevention Program in Nepal, Gynuity Health Projects/ USA,
(2014)
Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) remains a leading cause of maternal deaths in Nepal. Government of Nepal in
partnership with USAID has introduced and expand nationwide community-based PPH prevention program for athome birth since 2010. This study was designed to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of the Program. The
study assesses the provision, use, availability, knowledge, awareness, and acceptability of Misoprostol and
Oxytocin prophylaxis for PPH prevention during at-home births. The study identified program success and
lessons learned and remaining challenges.