Effect of Maternal Iron Deficiency Anemia on the Iron Store of Newborns in Ethiopia

Terefe, Betelihem; Birhanu, Asaye; Nigussie, Paulos; Tsegaye, Aster

doi:10.1155/2015/808204

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“…However, the current study anemia prevalence among newborn babies was higher compared to study from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia showing 9% of prevalence [20]. The possible reason for this discrepancy might be due to sample size variations.…”

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Prevalence and associated factors of anemia among full-term newborn babies at University of Gondar comprehensive specialized hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

2020

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Background: Anemia in newborn babies causes asymptomatic to an acute life-threatening event. If untreated, it leads to a delay in brain maturation, tissue hypoxia, and stunted growth. In Sub-Saharan Africa, its burden ranges 23-66%. However, in Ethiopia, there is limited information regarding the prevalence and associated factors of newborn anemia. Thus, this study was aimed to assess the prevalence and associated factors of anemia among fullterm newborn babies. Method: Cross-sectional study was conducted from February 1 to April 30, 2019, among 192 full-term newborn babies. A systematic random sampling technique was employed to select study participants. Socio-demographic characteristics were collected through interviews. Clinical data were collected by reviewing medical records. Cord blood was collected from the clumped cord. Complete blood count was analyzed by using the Sysmex KX-21 N hematology analyzer. SPSS 20 was used to analyze the data. Bivariable and multivariable binary logistic regression were used to identify associated factors. P-value < 0.05 was considered a statistically significant association. Result: The median (interquartile range) of cord hemoglobin was 15 g/dL (13.93-16.2 g/dL). From the total, 25% (95% CI: 18.9, 31.1%) of the newborns were anemic. From anemic 89.5, 6.3, and 4.2% were mild, moderate and severe anemia type, respectively. Maternal vegetable consumption habit (AOR = 0.34, 95%CI: 0.17, 0.69) were significant associated with anemia. Conclusion: Anemia among newborn babies found to be a moderate public health problem. Based on the finding early screening of newborn anemia may reduce further complications.

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Prevalence and associated factors of anemia among full-term newborn babies at University of Gondar comprehensive specialized hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

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“…Consequently, it is believed that most anemia in this population is caused by iron deficiency. Poor maternal iron status contributes to lower iron stores in the newborn infant 26 . It has also been speculated that maternal iron deficiency in pregnancy reduces iron stores throughout the first year of life 27 .…”

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Maternal Hemoglobin Concentration during Gestation and Risk of Anemia in Infancy: Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial

Zhang

Jin

Liu

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The Journal of Pediatrics

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Objective To examine the relationship between maternal hemoglobin (Hb) concentration and the risk of anemia in infancy. Study design This analysis included 17,193 women who entered the trial when they were 20 years of age or older, no more than 20 weeks of gestation, had mild or no anemia, and delivered singleton live births. Maternal Hb concentrations were measured in the first trimester and during 24-28 weeks of gestation; infant Hb concentrations were measured at 5-7 months and 11-13 months of life. The associations between maternal Hb concentrations and infant Hb concentrations were examined. Results Maternal Hb concentrations measured during 24-28 weeks of gestation, but not in the first trimester, were correlated with infant Hb concentrations measured at either of the two post-partum periods. The risk of infant anemia at 5-7 months increased when maternal Hb concentration was ≤109 g/L during 24-28 weeks of gestation ([AOR: 1.95, 95% CI: 1.59-2.40] and 11-13 months [AOR: 1.72, 95% CI: 1.36-2.18]); whereas the risk of anemia during 5-7 months as well as 11-13 months in infancy decreased when maternal Hb level at 24-28 weeks of gestation was 120-129 g/L (AOR for 5-7 months: 0.74, 95% CI: 0.64-0.85; AOR for 11-13 months: 0.72, 95% CI: 0.61-0.85) or ≥130 g/L (AOR for 5-7 months: 0.75, 95% CI: 0.63-0.90; AOR for 11-13 months: 0.89, 95% CI: 0.73-1.08). Conclusion Low maternal Hb concentration during 24-28 weeks of gestation was associated with an increased risk of anemia in infancy, whereas high maternal Hb concentration was associated with a reduced risk of anemia.

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“…, Terefe et al . ), high birth rates (Correa‐Velez & Ryan ) and difficulties accessing antenatal care (Correa‐Velez & Ryan ). These difficulties are further compounded by poor diet, limited understanding of food values, problems sourcing usual foods (Southcombe ) and adherence to cultural food beliefs and taboos during pregnancy (Demissie et al .…”

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Food taboos and nutrition‐related pregnancy concerns among Ethiopian women

Vasilevski

Carolan

2016

Journal of Clinical Nursing

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Aims and objectives. To discuss Ethiopian food taboos during pregnancy and their relation to maternal nutritional status and pregnancy outcomes.Background. Recent waves of migration have seen large groups of Ethiopian refugees moving to countries around the globe. This is of concern as Ethiopian women are at risk for a number of medical and pregnancy complications. Health is further compromised by poor diet and adherence to cultural food beliefs and taboos. In refugee women, many of these factors correspond with significantly higher rates of pregnancy complications and poor birth outcomes.Design. This is a discussion paper informed by a literature review. Conclusions. There are many serious consequences of poor diet during pregnancy, however most of these can be avoided by greater awareness about the role of nutrition during pregnancy and by adopting a balanced diet. ETHIOPIAN PREGNANCY FOOD TABOOSRelevance to clinical practice. There is an urgent unmet need for nutrition education among Ethiopian women. Research indicates that Ethiopian women are receptive to nutritional advice during pregnancy and also that pregnant women are generally motivated to act in the baby's interest. These factors suggest that this high risk group would be receptive to culturally appropriate nutrition education, which would provide much needed meaningful support in pregnancy.

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Effect of Maternal Iron Deficiency Anemia on the Iron Store of Newborns in Ethiopia

Cited by 39 publications

References 20 publications

Prevalence and associated factors of anemia among full-term newborn babies at University of Gondar comprehensive specialized hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

Prevalence and associated factors of anemia among full-term newborn babies at University of Gondar comprehensive specialized hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

Maternal Hemoglobin Concentration during Gestation and Risk of Anemia in Infancy: Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Controlled Trial

Food taboos and nutrition‐related pregnancy concerns among Ethiopian women

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