Anaemia and iron deficiency in pregnancy and adverse perinatal outcomes in Southern India.

Julia L FinkelsteinAnura V KurpadBeena BoseTinku ThomasKrishnamachari SrinivasanChristopher Duggan

Published in: European journal of clinical nutrition (2019)

The prevalence of anaemia and iron deficiency was high early in pregnancy and associated with increased risk of adverse pregnancy and infant outcomes. A comprehensive approach to prevent anaemia is needed in women of reproductive age, to enhance haematological status and improve maternal and child health outcomes.

Keyphrases

iron deficiency
pregnancy outcomes
preterm birth
pregnant women
emergency department
adipose tissue
adverse drug
weight loss
glycemic control
weight gain