Cognitive Function in Pregnant Women with Anemia
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Lalitha Venugopal, Priyadharsini Rajendran, Murugaiyan Sathishbabu, Vaithiyanathan Parghavi
Primary Institution: Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Puducherry, IND
Hypothesis
The study aims to assess the cognitive function of anemic pregnant South Indian women in the early and late trimesters of their pregnancy.
Conclusion
Anemia in pregnancy is associated with impaired cognitive function, making pregnant women with anemia more prone to cognitive dysfunction than those without.
Supporting Evidence
- Pregnant women with anemia have significantly longer reaction times compared to normal pregnant women.
- Significant differences in reaction times were observed between early and late trimesters in pregnant women with anemia.
- Anemia negatively affects cognitive function, including slower reaction times.
Takeaway
Pregnant women with anemia take longer to react to things than those without anemia, which means their thinking might be slower.
Methodology
The study used a cross-sectional design with 120 pregnant women, measuring their visual and auditory reaction times using an RT machine.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the convenience sampling method and exclusion of women with other medical conditions.
Limitations
The study focused on pregnant women with mild anemia, limiting the generalizability to those with moderate or severe anemia.
Participant Demographics
South Indian pregnant women in early and late trimesters.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.0001
Statistical Significance
p<0.0001
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