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Perceptions and experiences of intravenous iron treatment for anaemia in pregnancy in Malawi: a formative qualitative study.

Lucinda Manda-TaylorMacdonald KufankomweGertrude ChathaEffie ChipetaElisabeth Mamani-MategulaMartin N MwangiMagaret KelaherKhic-Houy PrangRicardo AtaideSant-Rayn PasrichaKamija Samuel Phiri
Published in: Gates open research (2024)
Despite the perceived concerns and challenges experienced in participating in the first IV iron infusion trial in Malawi, participants' reflections suggest that IV iron infusion is acceptable for treating iron-deficiency anaemia in pregnancy. Participant advocate groups can offer a peer-to-peer education approach to sensitize and engage community members on the benefits of treatment and dispel concerns when the country contemplates integrating IV iron infusion for treating anaemia in pregnancy in Malawi.
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