Maternal anthropometry in rural and urban areas of Ogun-East senatorial district, Nigeria: A comparative study

Jeminusi, Olubukunola A.; Sholeye, Oluwafolahan; A, Abosede O.

doi:10.5897/ijnam2014.0174

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“…10 The mean maternal pre pregnancy BMI of the study population was 24.10±5.4 kg/m 2 which was much lower than a value of 27.9±4.3 kg/m 2 found by a study conducted in Nigeria but nearer to a value of 24±4.3 kg/m 2 determined by a study conducted in Norway. 11,12 Our study found no significant correlation of maternal haemoglobin level with developmental outcomes of the infant, similar to a study conducted in Sri Lanka. 13 Contrary to some previous literature our study showed a positive correlation between BMI and PI.…”

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Maternal nutritional status during pregnancy as a predictor of Ponderal index and body proportionality at birth, in term neonates

2020

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Background: It is well established that maternal body mass index (BMI) and haemoglobin (Hb) level has an impact on foetal growth. Various studies have concluded that intrauterine growth as reflected by the Ponderal index (PI) is strongly influenced by various maternal factors. Therefore, we undertake this study to address the evidence gap to establish the strength of association between maternal nutritional status as indicated by her pre-pregnancy BMI and haemoglobin levels and neonatal PI.Methods: A hospital based cross-sectional, observational study was conducted that included 236 normal newborns and their mothers. A predesigned questionnaire was used to collect relevant socio-demographic data and obstetric history. Details regarding the maternal pre-pregnancy weight were collected from antenatal records, maternal height was measured and BMI was calculated. Neonatal birth weight and recumbent length was measured. PI was calculated and co-related with the maternal BMI and haemoglobin values.Results: 11.9% of the mothers were underweight and 51.3% had normal BMI. Majority of the mothers (62.7%) had normal Hb levels and 0.4% were found to have severe anemia (Hb <7 mg/dl). We saw a significant positive correlation (p<0.05) between BMI and birth weight, BMI and PI that is, with decrease in BMI there was a significant decrease in the birth weight and PI of the newborn. There was no significant correlation between haemoglobin level and PI.Conclusions: Our study showed a positive association between maternal pre-pregnancy BMI and birth weight, BMI and PI. Therefore, interventions aimed at improving the nutritional status of the mother have a direct impact on the foetal growth outcomes.

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Maternal nutritional status during pregnancy as a predictor of Ponderal index and body proportionality at birth, in term neonates

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“…The mean maternal pre pregnancy BMI in the study population was 19.74 ± 2.36. which was much lower than that found by Jeminusi et al[12] (27.9 ± 4.3 kg/m 2 ) and Koepp et al[13] (24 ± 4.3 kg/m 2 ) but nearer to an Indian study conducted by Kader et al[14] (21.3 ± 4.5 kg/m 2 ). The mean pre-pregnancy Body Mass index was found to be 19.25 ± 1.68 kg/m 2 in LBW group and 19.98 ± 2.60 kg/m 2 in normal birth weight group (difference is statistically significant z=3.75, p=0.001).…”

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Maternal Anthropometric measurements, Pre-pregnancy Body Mass Index, and Fetal Growth Parameters - A Rural Experience

Tayade¹,

Singh²,

Kore³

et al. 2018

Obstet Gynecol Res

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Background: Low pre-pregnancy BMI is considered a marker for minimal nutrient reserves, fetal growth restriction and adverse pregnancy outcome. This study was conducted to evaluate the influence of pre pregnancy BMI on fetal growth parameters.Methods: A hospital based, cross-sectional, observational study was conducted among pregnant women seeking antenatal care at Kasturba Hospital, Sewagram, a rural institute in central India. Maternal pre-pregnancy BMI was calculated and correlated with new born birth weight, birth length, chest circumference, head circumference, arm circumference and ponderal index.Results: Among 500 pregnant women of first trimester, the maternal mean Pre-pregnancy weight, height and Prepregnancy BMI were 47 ± 5.77 kg, 154.43 ± 5.39 cm and 19.78 ± 2.56 kg/m 2 respectively. The mean Pre-pregnancy BMI in the LBW group was 19.25 ± 1.68 kg as compared to 19.98 ± 2.60kg in normal birth weight group with a statistically significant difference (z=3.75, P=0.001, z =25.15, P=0.000). Positive correlation was found between pre pregnancy maternal weight, and BMI with neonatal weight, neonatal length, chest circumference, head circumference and arm circumference. The association was negative with neonatal ponderal index. Mean neonatal length, ponderal index, chest circumference, head circumference a mid-arm circumference were statistically significantly associated with pre-pregnancy BMI.

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“…[ 28 29 ] Mid-upper arm circumference was assessed using the measuring tape in centimeters (cm) and classified as normal (for readings above 23 cm), mild to moderate malnutrition (for reading between 21 and 23 cm) and severe malnutrition (for readings below 21 cm), as documented in literature. [ 30 31 ] Data collected daily were checked for completeness and accuracy, before entry. Data analysis was carried out, using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) version 17 (SPSS Inc.…”

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Anemia in pregnancy and its associated factors among primary care clients in Sagamu, Southwest, Nigeria: A facility-based study

Sholeye

Animasahun

Shorunmu

2017

J Family Med Prim Care

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Introduction:In Nigeria, anemia in pregnancy is one of the leading causes of poor pregnancy outcomes. This study, therefore, determined the prevalence of anemia and its associated factors, among pregnant primary care clients in Sagamu, Nigeria.Materials and Methods:A cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out among 400 pregnant, primary care clients in Sagamu, selected through multi-stage sampling. Data were collected with the aid of an interviewer-administered, semi-structured questionnaire, a stadiometer, measuring tape, and a hemoglobinometer. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 17.00. Relevant descriptive and inferential statistics were calculated. Participation was fully voluntary.Results:The mean age of respondents was 25.4 ± 4.2 years. Most respondents (51.8%) were traders. About a third (32.5%) of respondents were anemic; of these, 72.1% were mildly anemic, while 27.1% were moderately anemic. Anemia was associated with household food security (P = 0.044) and level of food insecurity (P = 0.001) but not with age, occupation, educational status, household size, number of previous pregnancies, body mass index, mid-upper arm circumference, snacking, vegetable intake, and food avoidance (P > 0.05).Conclusion:Anemia in pregnancy is still high among respondents and associated with household food insecurity. Interventions targeted at improving household food security, dietary intake, and socioeconomic conditions will significantly reduce the prevalence and severity of anemia in pregnancy.

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Maternal anthropometry in rural and urban areas of Ogun-East senatorial district, Nigeria: A comparative study

Cited by 8 publications

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Maternal nutritional status during pregnancy as a predictor of Ponderal index and body proportionality at birth, in term neonates

Maternal nutritional status during pregnancy as a predictor of Ponderal index and body proportionality at birth, in term neonates

Maternal Anthropometric measurements, Pre-pregnancy Body Mass Index, and Fetal Growth Parameters - A Rural Experience

Anemia in pregnancy and its associated factors among primary care clients in Sagamu, Southwest, Nigeria: A facility-based study

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