Counseling, informed consent, and debriefing for cesarean section in sub-Saharan Africa: A scoping review

Explore this important review—originally published in the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics—from the EngenderHealth-led, USAID-funded MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics project. The study examines informed consent practices for cesarean sections in sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting critical gaps, barriers, and urgent recommendations to strengthen patient autonomy, safety, and equity in maternal healthcare.