Document Type
Article
Department
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Abstract
Healthcare priorities are different in developing and developed countries. A more effective resource allocation, complemented by efforts to implement only those practices that are effective, should be a priority for improving reproductive health services in developing countries. A large burden of gynaecological disease exists in developing countries and it is difficult to envisage serious reforms and improvements without an increase in public-sector spending. However, communities themselves could assume some responsibility for women's health in ways that prioritize women's own perceptions and primary needs. In this chapter we have compiled existing evidence regarding various gynaecological problems faced by women in developing countries. To name a few: sexual health issues, abortion, subfertility, cancer, and genital fistulae. We believe that there is a large knowledge gap in the area of women's health in developing countries, and there is an urgent need to conduct appropriately designed studies.
Publication (Name of Journal)
Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Recommended Citation
Rizvi, J.,
Zuberi, N. F.
(2006). Women’s health in developing countries. Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 20(6), 907-922.
Available at:
https://ecommons.aku.edu/pakistan_fhs_mc_women_childhealth_obstet_gynaecol/53
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