Relation between blood disorders in pregnancy and both mother and fetal health status

Alsaeed, Lina M. N.; Adelhamed, Ahmed M.; Sabri, Nagwa A.; Elkhouly, Amal A.

doi:10.21608/aps.2024.313961.1189

Relation between blood disorders in pregnancy and both mother and fetal health status

Document Type : Review Article

Authors

¹ Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University, Cairo, 11566, Egypt

² Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, 11566, Egypt

10.21608/aps.2024.313961.1189

Abstract

Background: Blood disorders in pregnancy, such as gestational thrombocytopenia and iron deficiency anemia (IDA), can have significant implications for both maternal and fetal health. Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the association between blood disorders in pregnancy and their impact on the health of both the mother and the fetus. Results and discussion: Gestational thrombocytopenia was found to have a low risk of maternal or fetal hemorrhage or bleeding complications. Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) was identified as a common cause of anemia in pregnant women, and investigating it is crucial if hemoglobin concentration falls below 11 g/dL. Nutritional interventions, such as increasing iron intake, were shown to significantly elevate hemoglobin levels in pregnant women during the first and second trimesters. Conclusion: Managing blood disorders in pregnancy is essential for the health of both the mother and the fetus. Nutritional interventions, including increased iron intake, can help improve maternal hemoglobin levels and prevent complications associated with anemia. Gestational thrombocytopenia has a low risk of bleeding complications. Early detection and management of iron deficiency anemia are crucial to ensure optimal maternal and fetal health.

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