Maternal Anemia in Rural Jordan: Room for Improvement
Author Information
Author(s): Lama Al-Mehaisen, Yousef Khader, Oqba Al-Kuran, Fayrouz Abu Issa, Zouhair Amarin
Primary Institution: Jordan University of Science and Technology
Hypothesis
What is the prevalence of anemia among pregnant women in rural Jordan and what factors are associated with it?
Conclusion
The study found that 34.7% of pregnant women in rural Jordan had anemia, with higher prevalence in the later trimesters and among underweight women.
Supporting Evidence
- 34.7% of the pregnant women studied had anemia.
- Anemia prevalence was highest in the 3rd trimester at 42.5%.
- Underweight women had higher odds of anemia with an odds ratio of 2.9.
- Multivitamin intake during pregnancy was associated with higher odds of anemia.
Takeaway
Many pregnant women in rural Jordan are anemic, especially those who are underweight or in their later stages of pregnancy.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study was conducted with 700 pregnant women who completed a questionnaire and had their hemoglobin levels measured.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reported data and the study's observational design.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional nature and reliance on retrospective data may limit the findings.
Participant Demographics
Participants were pregnant women aged 15 to 45 years, with a mean age of 28.8 years; about half were 30 years or older.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.005
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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