Predictors of foeto-maternal outcome of patients with abruptio placenta at Bugando Medical Centre, Tanzania

Background: Abruptio placenta (AP) is one of the life-threatening obstetric complications for both the foetus and mother. We conducted this study to determine the incidence and predictors of adverse outcomes of abruptio placenta at Bugando Medical Centre (BMC) in northwest Tanzania. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from October 2012 to April 2013. Women with clinical features of abruptio placenta attending BMC were recruited. Data were collected using a structured checklist and analysed withSTATA 11. Results: A total of 3,800 deliveries occurred during study period. The incidence of AP was 2.5% (95/3800). Among patients with AP, 49 (51.6%) delivered by Caesarean section. Three (3.2%) maternal deaths occurred. These deaths were strongly associated with the presence of maternal anaemia (p