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Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences | Volume-6 | Issue-03
An Analysis of Factors Associated with Late First Antenatal Visit and Impact of JSSK at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Jaipur
Dr. Nidhi Goyal, Dr. Lata Rajoria, Dr. Pushpa Nagar, Dr. Urvashi, Dr. Prachi Gupta
Published: March 20, 2018 | 140 142
DOI: 10.36347/sjams.2018.v06i03.020
Pages: 908-911
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Abstract
The aim of this study to analyse the factors responsible for late first antenatal visit in pregnant women. This was a questionnaire based cross-sectional study carried out at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, S.M.S. Medical College, Jaipur. 53.7% women lived at a distance of more than 5 kilometres. Decision for antenatal visit was taken by husband in 19.9% cases. Benefits of JSSK were the most important factor for antenatal visit. Steps are needed for more and early antenatal coverage.