Relationship between maternal haemoglobin and neonatal birth weight
Journal Title: Medpulse International Journal of Pediatrics - Year 2019, Vol 10, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: The birth weight of an infant is the most important determinant of its chance of survival health growth and development. The prevalence of low birth weight (LBW) is higher in Asia than elsewhere. Low birth weight is a major determinant of mortality, morbidity and disability in infancy and childhood and has a longterm impact on health outcomes in adult life. Objective: To assess the relationship between maternal hemoglobin concentration with neonatal birth weight.Material and methods: This retrospective study,was undertaken at Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed university Medical College and Hospital, Sangli,for duration of 6 month(July 2018-December 2018)Relevant data of mother and baby pair was obtained from medical record department. Results: There was significant correlation between maternal haemoglobin and neonatal birth weight (pvalue<0.01, R value-0.25). Among low haemoglobin group,LBW was most common with m aternal haemoglobin <11 g/dl.However maximum LBW babies were under group with maternal haemoglobin 14-16 g/dl.Conclusion:There was significant correlation between maternal haemoglobin, birth weight and gestational age.The trend shows decrease in birth weight with maternal haemoglobin >14 g/dl,shouldcaution us regarding the use of iron supplementation in mothers with haemoglobin above 14g/dl.
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Ajinkya Rupnar, Sara Dhanawade
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