Methodological Evaluation of Maternal Care Facilities Systems in Kenya: A Systematic Literature Review

Maternal care facilities in Kenya are crucial for maternal health outcomes, yet their effectiveness varies widely. This study employed a comprehensive search strategy using multiple databases and inclusion/exclusion criteria based on predefined eligibility criteria. Studies were assessed for quality through the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool (RoB2). A significant proportion (45%) of studies used randomized field trials to measure clinical outcomes, with some showing positive effects in reducing maternal mortality. The review identified a gap in standardised data collection methods across different studies. Standardised protocols for data collection and reporting should be developed to enhance comparability and validity of findings. Treatment effect was estimated with logit (pᵢ) =₀+^ Xᵢ, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.