Iron Deficiency Anemia in Pregnancy
10.21896/jksmch.2023.27.2.45
- Author:
Seung-Woo YANG
1
;
Yong-Soo SEO
Author Information
1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Inje University Sanggye Paik Hospital, Inje University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Publication Type:Review Article
- From:Journal of the Korean Society of Maternal and Child Health
2023;27(2):45-50
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is the most common hematologic abnormality, which is a reduction in the concentration of erythrocytes or hemoglobin in the blood in pregnancy because Iron requirements increase during pregnancy. Since a failure to maintain sufficient levels of iron may result in adverse maternal-fetal consequences, active counseling and support from medical staff are necessary. Regarding the points to note during treatment, this document is to provide a brief overview of the IDA and medical management during pregnancy.
