“Pathways to care among antenatal women in South India - A sequential explanatory mixed-method study”

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Mixed-method study explores pathways to antenatal care in South India, revealing factors influencing choice of services.

Most antenatal women prefer primary health centers for care, but many do not register due to lack of facilities and knowledge.
The median out-of-pocket expenditure for antenatal visits was highest at private facilities, costing INR 1400 compared to INR 100 at PHCs.
In-depth interviews identified barriers to using antenatal care services at primary healthcare centers and incentives for private care.
The study highlights the need for improved facilities at PHCs to enhance antenatal care utilization and reduce financial burdens.

Jarain et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Mixed-method study explores pathways to antenatal care in South India, revealing factors influencing choice of services.

Most antenatal women prefer primary health centers for care, but many do not register due to lack of facilities and knowledge.
The median out-of-pocket expenditure for antenatal visits was highest at private facilities, costing INR 1400 compared to INR 100 at PHCs.
In-depth interviews identified barriers to using antenatal care services at primary healthcare centers and incentives for private care.
The study highlights the need for improved facilities at PHCs to enhance antenatal care utilization and reduce financial burdens.

Jarain et al. (2025) studied this question.

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