Prevalence of malaria and anaemia in pregnancy in Ibadan, South-western Nigeria

Akanbi, OM; Odaibo, A. B.; Afolabi, Kayode; Ademowo, O G

doi:10.4314/njpar.v25i1.37709

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“…Pregnancy has been identified to increase the risk and vulnerability to malaria infection. The prevalence of malaria among pregnant women recorded in this study is higher than the ones recorded by Matteelli et al (1994) and Akanbi et al (2004) in cross-sectional studies carried out in Ibadan, Nigeria. The higher prevalence recorded in this study may be attributed to the inclusion of women receiving antenatal care in the TBH which were observed to have a higher prevalence compared to women in the hospital.…”

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Malaria among pregnant women in Abeokuta, Nigeria

Idowu

Mafiana

Dapo

2006

Tanzania J Hlth Res

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Pregnant women were enrolled from two hospitals and a Traditional Birth Home (TBH) in Abeokuta, Nigeria and monitored monthly for malaria parasites from the first antenatal visit until delivery. A total of 466 pregnant women were recruited for the study. The prevalence of malaria was 57.4%, and was higher among women in the TBH. The prevalence of malaria in the first, second and third trimesters of pregnancy were 37.5%, 47.3% and 47.5% respectively. At the time of the first antenatal visit 35.6% of the women were already parasitaemic, with a high frequency observed among primigravids. The prevalence recorded in the ninth month of pregnancy (35.7%) was not statistically different from that recorded at first antenatal visit (P>0.05). The need to improve the quality of care, malaria prevention and treatment given to pregnant women especially receiving antenatal care outside the hospital is recommended.

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Malaria among pregnant women in Abeokuta, Nigeria

Idowu

Mafiana

Dapo

2006

Tanzania J Hlth Res

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“…There is a much increased susceptibility to malaria and other infections during pregnancy due to the suppression of the immune system by the parasite in other to ensure establishment and non -rejection of the foetus [17]. Thus a prevalence of 61.9% was recorded among the study group.…”

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Malaria in Pregnancy Amidst Possession of Insecticide Treated Bed Nets (ITNs) in Orlu L.G.A. of Imo State, Nigeria

Ogomaka

Obeagu

2021

JPRI

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Malaria is one of the most dreadful diseases in pregnancy due because it affects not only the pregnant mother, but also the foetus especially in the Tropical African countries. Most endemic nations have embarked on free or affordable distribution of insecticide treated bed net as an alternative to drug interventions, yet many people, especially children and pregnant women stand the risk of malaria attack annually. Hence the study on the malaria status and possession of insecticide treated bed net (ITN) among pregnant women in Orlu LGA in 2019.A total of 600 pregnant women were encountered in health care service centersin the area, out of which 514 gave their consent and participated in the study. Blood samples were collected using finger pricking method, stains made directly on slides allowed to dry and then taken to diagnostic laboratory for parasitological analysis. The slides were stained with Giemsa stain and examined using X100 oil immersion objective lens. Biodata and other relevant information on the use/ non use of ITN were obtained using well- structured questionnaire and focus group discussions. The results obtained revealed that out of 514 participants examined,318(61.9%) had malaria parasites while 196(38.1%) had no malaria. Gravid related prevalence showed primed of having the highest prevalence of 69.1%, while the least infected were those of thirdgravidae, (44.3%). Trimester related prevalence also had the first trimester group of having the highest prevalence of 71.5%, while the least was observed among the second trimesters, 55.5%. Of 217 (42.2%) who use ITN,129 (59.4%) were infected while 63.6% of those who do not use had a malaria infection as well. Generally, this study revealed that it is not only the distribution or possession of ITN that reduces or prevents malaria infection, but the zeal and enabling environment to use the nets appropriately. A lot more is needed to really prevent malaria infection among the most vulnerable and indeed the entire populace through improved education strategy. Better enlightenment of the public as well as availability of coping strategies to really ameliorate the effect of extra heat and rashes from the bed nets are paramount.

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“…There is a much increased vulnerability to malaria disease in pregnancy due to its inhibition to immune system by the parasite in other to ensure establishment and non-rejection of the foetus [29] . A prevalence of 42.9% has been reported among the study group.…”

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Prevalence of malaria and its intervention measures among pregnant women in Orlu local government area of Imo State

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BEB

2023

J. Entomol. Zool. Stud.

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Assessment of the prevalence of malaria in pregnant women and its intervention measures was investigated between March and August, 2022. A total of 428 pregnant women not less than 15 years were randomly recruited from five (5) hospitals in Orlu. Result revealed that age group 31-40years, participants with tertiary education, traders/farmers recorded highest participation. Multigravid (50.5%) participated more in the study, followed by secundigravid (33.9%) and primigravid (15.7%) as the least participants; while 55.4% of the participants were in their 3 rd trimester. Overall prevalence (42.9%) of malaria was reported among pregnant women under study. Socio-demographic prevalence of the pregnant women shows that age group 21-30years (55.2%), participants with tertiary education (56.7%), and civil servants (50.0%) recorded highest prevalence. Also, it was observed that multigravid (51.4%) had highest prevalence. Result observed no difference in the prevalence significant between primigravid and secundigravid likewise in their trimesters. Participants with ITNs and IPTp usage recorded (47.8% versus 40.1%) prevalence. From the assessment, it was observed that 155(36.2%) pregnant women use IPTp only, 59(13.8%) use ITNs only while 214(50.0%) combine both IPTp + ITNs. The participants 239(55.8%) reported fansidar (Sulfadoxine -Pyrimethamine) as the most preferred drug for malaria treatment during pregnancy. Malaria drug with 3 tablets 357(83.4%) was most preferred; most pregnant women 218(50.9%) reported taking the drug once in 2-3 months while the major source of drug procurement reported healthcare facility 281(65.7%). The use of ITNs should be encouraged during pregnancy as well as the use of intermittent preventive therapy in pregnancy (IPTp) to ensure reduction in the incidence of malaria disease.

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Prevalence of malaria and anaemia in pregnancy in Ibadan, South-western Nigeria

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Malaria among pregnant women in Abeokuta, Nigeria

Malaria among pregnant women in Abeokuta, Nigeria

Malaria in Pregnancy Amidst Possession of Insecticide Treated Bed Nets (ITNs) in Orlu L.G.A. of Imo State, Nigeria

Prevalence of malaria and its intervention measures among pregnant women in Orlu local government area of Imo State

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