Effects of Ebola epidemic on obstetrical emergencies and outcomes in the region of Kindia, Guinea

Background: Maternal mortality is still high in Guinea despite a decline from 724 to 550 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births between 2012 and 2018. The proportion of attended by skilled personnel estimated at 45%. objective this study was assess the effect Ebola virus disease (EVD) epidemic on frequency absolute indications, as well outcomes these interventions for mother child region Kindia.Methods: This longitudinal using 20 months retrospective data collected pre-Ebola (March December March 2013) intra-Ebola 2014 2015) periods. proportions health indicators both periods were compared significance level 0.05.Results: A total 1747 women included study. who received major obstetric procedure Kindia regional hospital 85% each pre post Ebola, however, contributed significant increase deaths.Conclusions: has facilities. Measures encouraging workers manage emergencies during critical would be necessary.