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Key barriers to quality care included poor infrastructure, a shortage of skilled providers, and insufficient experience among staff.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The structural quality of facility delivery care was poor, with most hospitals failing to meet national MNH standards. Issues included inadequate infrastructure, equipment, supplies, and skilled providers. 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