Date of Award
Spring 3-29-2024
Embargo Period
4-19-2024
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Health Administration
Department
Health Administration
College
College of Health Professions
First Advisor
Daniel Brinton
Second Advisor
Mary Dooley
Third Advisor
Jillian Harvey
Abstract
Maternal health impacts the well-being of society as it is commonly viewed as an indicator of public health welfare. Childbirth at an advanced maternal age (AMA) increases the likelihood of less favorable birth outcomes. As births to AMA women have increased over time, it is important to understand the impact age has on birth methods and birth outcomes. This research examined the proportion of births to women aged 20-25 years in comparison to AMA women aged 35-39 years in North Carolina from 2002-2017. The proportions of births to AMA women have increased over time despite increased risk and birth outcomes. An examination of longitudinal trends over 16 years showed more births to women aged 20-25 years, accounting for 73.6% of total births between the 2 age groups. AMA women showed a higher rate of cesarean sections, stillbirths, and longer length of stay following childbirth.
Recommended Citation
Hampton, Kristy, "A Comparative Analysis of Births for Women Aged 20-25 Vs. 35-39: An Examination of Longitudinal Trends of Volume and Outcomes" (2024). MUSC Theses and Dissertations. 854.
https://medica-musc.researchcommons.org/theses/854
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