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Intravenous iron sucrose in the treatment of iron deficiency anaemia in antenatal patients

Background Amongst medical disorders of pregnancy, iron deficiency anaemia is one of the commonest in developing countries like India. It is one of the major contributory cause of maternal mortality & morbidity. Amongst the treatment options available inj. Iron sucrose therapy appears to be safe and effective especially in government hospitals.

Methods This study was carried out on 30 antenatal patients diagnosed to have iron deficiency anaemia in 2nd & early 3rd trimesters of pregnancy. After investigations and dose calculation, inj. Iron sucrose was administered as per pre decided protocol with proper monitoring. Patients were evaluated at end of 4 weeks.

Results The data were compiled and statistically evaluated. Mean rise in Hb was 2.887 (95%CI, p <0.001) which were statistically significant. Minor, side effects were reported, which were treated symptomatically.

Conclusions This study establishes the safety and efficacy of iron sucrose therapy in antenatal patients.