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Does high body mass index (>25 kg/m 2 ) or weight (>80 kg) reduce the effectiveness of anti-D prophylaxis in Rh(D)-negative pregnant women? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

C B M NganR KaurDenise E Jackson
Published in: Vox sanguinis (2024)
While our analysis suggests a potential linkage between high BMI/weight and reduced efficacy of anti-D prophylaxis, caution is warranted due to study limitations. Variability in study design and confounding factors necessitate careful interpretation. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and refine clinical recommendations.
Keyphrases
  • body mass index
  • weight gain
  • pregnant women
  • physical activity
  • weight loss
  • randomized controlled trial
  • systematic review
  • genome wide
  • clinical practice
  • dna methylation
  • body weight
  • pregnancy outcomes