A study to assess the effect of maternal hemoglobin level on foetal outcome among antenatal mothers in selected maternity hospitals at Mangalore
Department of Obstetric and gynecological nursing, faculty of K pandyarajah ballal college of nursing, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
Research Article
World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2023, 14(01), 199–209.
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjbphs.2023.14.1.0179
Publication history:
Received on 08 March 2023; revised on 20 April 2023; accepted on 23 April 2023
Abstract:
In developing countries maternal anemia during pregnancy has been reported to increase the risk of unfavorable foetal outcome. According to the standard laid down by WHO, anemia in pregnancy is present when the hemoglobin concentration in the peripheral blood is 11gm\100ml or less. In India its prevalence has been found to be in the range of 50-90% in 3rd trimester of pregnancy according to different studies conducted in rural areas. Maternal anemia in pregnancy is commonly considered as risk factor for poor pregnancy outcome and can threaten the life of mother and foetus. However, the extent to which the maternal hemoglobin concentration affects the foetal weight and foetal outcome is still uncertain. In the present study the researcher will investigate the possible effects of abnormal maternal hemoglobin level on foetal outcome. Interpretation and Conclusion: The findings of the present study revealed that there is a relationship between maternal hemoglobin level and fetal outcome such as birth weight, color of the new born, muscle tone, pre term birth and gestational age of the new born. A review of previous studies done showed that the risks of preterm delivery and LBW increased in proportion to the severity of maternal anemia. A comprehensive community based intervention with iron supplementation, helminthes treatment and increase in knowledge regarding information, education and communication through effective strategies, to improve the hematological status of pregnant women in each trimester, is needed and there by reduces maternal and fetal mortality and morbidity.
Keywords:
Hemoglobin level; Anemia; LBW; Pre term; Gestational age
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