article · BMJ Public Health

How effective coverage has been used to measure quality in maternal and child health services in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review

Ferguson Saapiire
Richard N. Dogoli
Kwaku Poku Asante
Francis Agbokey
Frank Baiden

2026Open accessUniversity of Health and Allied Sciences

Abstract

Effective coverage is critical for evaluating MCH service quality in SSA. Its underuse signals the need for stronger data systems, integrated quality assessment frameworks and standardised quality measures.

Research topics

Global Maternal and Child Health
Primary Care and Health Outcomes
Healthcare Systems and Reforms

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DOI: 10.1136/bmjph-2025-003170

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