Objective This study aims to estimate the prevalence of neural tube defects (NTDs) and to
identify potential risk factors in the Ethiopian context. Study design Systematic review and …

Background. Neural tube defects are a type of congenital anomaly caused by an
abnormality in the development of the brain and spinal cord during embryogenesis. They …

Introduction Neural tube defect is one of the top five most serious birth defects in the world.
In Ethiopia an accurate estimate of the trend and burden of neural tube defects is still …

Abstracts Background Iron-folic acid (IFA) intake for the recommended period during
pregnancy reduces the risk of anemia and congenital anomalies. However, IFA intake for the …

Abstract Background Neural tube defects (NTDs) are serious brain and spine birth defects.
Although NTDs are primarily pregnancy complications, such as abortion and stillbirth, they …

Objective This study aimed to investigate geographic disparities and determinants of
adherence to iron and folate supplementation among pregnant women in Ethiopia. Method …

Abstract Introduction Neural tube defects (NTDs) are severe birth defects caused by
nutritional, genetic or environmental factors. Because NTDs continue to have a significant …

BACKGROUND: Neural tube defects (NTDs) occur as a result of incomplete closure of the
neural tube by the embryonic age of 26 to 28 days. Addressing factors associated with NTDs …

Background Dietary folate inadequacy is one the most common micronutrient deficiencies
that cause neural tube defect (NTD) among infants in Sub-Saharan African countries. This …

Background Neural tube defects are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality that can
occur in the early pregnancy periods. Though the burden is high, it gains only limited …