Abstract

A SYSTEMIC REVIEW ON ANEMIA CONDITION IN PREGNANCY

Mandadi Shivani* and Naveen Kumar Bathula

ABSTRACT

Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia during pregnancy. It is essential to identify the cause of the anemia for proper and effective e management and treatment. However, the definition and. parameters of anemia during pregnancy differ among regulatory bodies. If not diag nosed or managed adequately, anemia during pregnancy can severely affected the mother and fetus. Anemia during pregnancy is global public health challenge facing the world. Today, especially in the developing countries. Anemia in pregnancy is an important contributor to maternal mortality/morbidity as well as to the low birth weight which in turn might contribute to increased percentage for infant mortality.

Keywords: Anemia, Diagnosis, Pregnancy, fetus.