Prevalence and Risk Factors for Newborn Anemia in Southwestern Uganda: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Joseph Ngonzi Leevan Tibaijuka Timothy Mwanje Kintu Raymond Bernard Kihumuro Onesmus Ahabwe Onesmus ByamukamaWasswa SalongoJulian Adong Adeline Adwoa Boatin Lisa M Bebell

Published in: Anemia (2024)

We found a significant association between maternal and newborn hemoglobin, underscoring the importance of preventing and correcting maternal anemia in pregnancy. Furthermore, maternal anemia should be considered a risk factor for neonatal anemia.

Keyphrases

iron deficiency
chronic kidney disease
pregnancy outcomes
birth weight
pregnant women
gestational age
body mass index