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Maternal hemoglobin drop in multiple pregnancy is associated with higher gestational age at birth and birthweight.

Kristin TownsendTanya MaricPhilip J SteerMakrina D Savvidou
Published in: Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica (2024)
This study showed that in twin pregnancy, a larger maternal Hb drop from the first to the second trimester is associated with a higher gestational age at birth and a larger BW. This change may represent a larger plasma volume expansion.
Keyphrases
  • gestational age
  • birth weight
  • preterm birth
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • body mass index
  • weight loss