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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Terence T. Lao, Lulu L. Wong, Shuk Yi Annie Hui, Daljit S. Sahota
Summary: The purpose of this study was to determine the association between iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) and atonic postpartum haemorrhage (PPH). The results showed that despite the low prevalence, IDA was independently associated with atonic PPH, likely due to placental adaptive changes in the presence of IDA. Correcting and preventing IDA could be the most important measure in countering the rising global prevalence of atonic PPH.
REPRODUCTIVE SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Abdulrahman Al-Naseem, Abdelrahman Sallam, Shamim Choudhury, Jecko Thachil
Summary: Iron deficiency without anaemia (IDWA) is more common than iron deficiency anaemia (IDA), but often poorly recognized by clinicians. Diagnosis and management of IDWA relies on various tests and treatments to correct the deficiency and prevent associated risks.
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Anesthesiology
J. Guignard, C. Deneux-Tharaux, A. Seco, G. Beucher, G. Kayem, M-P Bonnet
Summary: The study showed an association between gestational anemia and severe acute maternal morbidity during and after delivery, emphasizing the importance of optimizing the diagnosis and management of anemia during pregnancy.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Summary: This study assessed the prevalence and management of anaemia in patients undergoing major abdominal surgery in Australia and New Zealand, and found that pre-operative anaemia assessment and management were associated with lower likelihood of blood transfusion and post-operative complications.
MEDICAL JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2022)
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Rebecka Hansen, Anne Laerke Spangmose, Veronika Markova Sommer, Charlotte Holm, Finn Stener Jorgensen, Lone Krebs, Anja Pinborg
Summary: This study aimed to assess the associations between first trimester iron deficiency and obstetric and perinatal outcomes in singleton pregnant women, as well as overall first trimester iron status and post-treatment iron status after intensified iron supplementation. The results showed that iron-deficiency anemia was associated with an increased risk of gestational diabetes, while non-anemic iron deficiency was associated with an increased risk of stillbirth. However, the risk estimates were imprecise due to the small number of events. Additionally, iron deficiency was present in the first trimester in a considerable number of women and often persisted despite 4 weeks of intensified iron supplementation.
ARCHIVES OF GYNECOLOGY AND OBSTETRICS
(2022)
Review
Anesthesiology
C. Quarterman, M. Shaw, S. Hughes, V Wallace, S. Agarwal
Summary: Pre-operative anaemia is associated with higher transfusion rates and worse outcomes, while supplementation with intravenous iron can help raise hemoglobin levels in anemic patients. However, anemic patients treated with iron still have a significantly higher transfusion requirement than non-anemic patients, and may face higher risks of complications.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kalayu Brhane Mruts, Amanuel Tesfay Gebremedhin, Gizachew A. Tessema, Jane A. Scott, Gavin Pereira
Summary: This study found that both short and longer interbirth intervals were associated with an increased risk of maternal anaemia in sub-Saharan Africa. There was a relatively lower risk of maternal anaemia observed between 24 and 40 months of interbirth intervals.
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Hematology
Lucia Iglesias-Vazquez, Mercedes Gimeno, Pilar Coronel, Ida Henriette Caspersen, Josep Basora, Victoria Arija
Summary: Several population-specific factors, including genetic, sociodemographic, and maternal lifestyle factors, are associated with iron deficiency in early pregnancy. A study on non-anaemic pregnant women from a European Mediterranean country found that underweight and parity increased the odds of iron deficiency, while a high intake of meat, protein, and dietary iron protected against it. Smoking was also associated with a reduction in iron deficiency odds.
ANNALS OF HEMATOLOGY
(2023)
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Anesthesiology
Robert Kong, Nevil Hutchinson, Andrew Hill, Fiona Ingoldby, Nicola Skipper, Christopher Jones, Stephen Bremner, Chloe Bruce, Juliet Wright, Michael Lewis, Stanton Newman, Timothy Chevassut, David Hildick-Smith
Summary: This study demonstrates that preoperative treatment with a single dose of ferric derisomaltose and darbepoetin can significantly reduce the proportion of patients receiving perioperative blood transfusions in patients with low preoperative hemoglobin and iron deficiency, while increasing hemoglobin levels.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF ANAESTHESIA
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Manisha Totade, Abhay Gaidhane, Palash Sahu
Summary: Anaemia during pregnancy is a common issue globally, particularly in India. It is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes such as preterm delivery, low birth weight, fetal mortality, and even maternal death. Maternal mortality rate is a significant health challenge in developing countries and requires prompt management. Government health programs can help reduce the risk of maternal mortality.
CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Jonathon Snook, Neeraj Bhala, Ian L. P. Beales, David Cannings, Chris Kightley, Robert Ph Logan, D. Mark Pritchard, Reena Sidhu, Sue Surgenor, Wayne Thomas, Ajay M. Verma, Andrew F. Goddard
Summary: Iron deficiency anaemia is a major global cause of disease burden, diagnosed through blood testing and treated with iron replacement therapy. Causes include poor diet and gastrointestinal pathologies, with endoscopy and radiological scanning used for diagnosis and assessment in some cases.
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Anesthesiology
Alicia T. Dennis, Marissa Ferguson, Sarah Jackson
Summary: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and characterization of preoperative and postoperative anaemia in women undergoing caesarean section. The results showed that over one-third of women were iron deficient at their first hospital appointment. 62% of women with moderate anaemia also had iron deficiency. At least four in ten women were anaemic on hospital discharge. Less than half of the anaemic women received treatment. Our data suggests that intensive treatment of iron deficiency in early pregnancy can prevent 30% of postoperative anaemia. Large prospective studies are needed to determine outcomes after caesarean section in women stratified by preoperative Hb and ferritin levels. The prevalence of anaemia in our data suggests it is a moderate public health problem.
PERIOPERATIVE MEDICINE
(2022)
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Melissa E. Bauer, Catherine Albright, Malavika Prabhu, R. Phillips Heine, Chelsea Lennox, Christie Allen, Carol Burke, April Chavez, Brenna L. Hughes, Susan Kendig, Maile Le Boeuf, Elliott Main, Tiffany Messerall, Luis D. Pacheco, Laura Riley, Rachel Solnick, Andrew Youmans, Ronald Gibbs
Summary: Sepsis in obstetric care is a leading cause of maternal death in the United States, particularly among Black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native obstetric patients. State maternal mortality review committees have identified preventable deaths that are often a result of delays in recognition, treatment, and escalation of care. The Sepsis in Obstetric Care patient safety bundle provides guidance for healthcare teams to prevent infection, recognize and treat infection early, and prevent sepsis. The bundle is organized into five domains to ensure readiness, recognition and prevention, response, reporting and systems learning, and respectful, equitable, and supportive care.
OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2023)
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Elena Cernat, Tania Ahmad, Susan Hill, Jutta Koglmeier
Summary: Iron deficiency anaemia is common in children receiving home parenteral nutrition (HPN). Blood transfusion and iron infusion are both effective treatments, with iron infusion showing more favorable results. Patients receiving transfusions have a higher incidence of abnormal liver function.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY AND NUTRITION
(2022)
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Food Science & Technology
Salvatore Giovanni Vitale, Maria Fiore, Valentina Lucia La Rosa, Agnese Maria Chiara Rapisarda, Gabriele Mazza, Marco Paratore, Elena Commodari, Salvatore Caruso
Summary: The study aimed to determine the effects of liposomal iron pyrophosphate/ascorbic acid on clinical and psychological outcomes in pregnant women with iron deficiency anaemia. Results showed significant improvements in haematological and mental health outcomes, as well as overall quality of life, suggesting that Sideremil(TM) may be an effective treatment for pregnant women with iron deficiency anaemia. Further studies are needed to confirm these results.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCES AND NUTRITION
(2022)
