Conditions - Anaemia in Pregnancy Flashcards

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What is the definition of anaemia in pregnancy?

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NICE uses the following cut-offs to determine whether mother needs oral iron therapy

First trimester (w1-12)
•	<110 g/L (or <11g/dL)
Second trimester (w13-26)
•	<105 g/L (or <10.5g/dL)
Third trimester (w27-EOP/PP)
•	<100 g/L (or <10g/dL)
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What investigations are done for anaemia in pregnancy?

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Pregnant women are screened for anaemia the booking visit (often 8-10 weeks) and at 28 weeks

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What is the management plan for anaemia in pregnancy?

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Oral ferrous sulfate (or ferrous fumarate)

  • 100-200mg
  • Re-check Hb in 2-3 weeks

Treatment should be continued for 3 months after iron deficiency is corrected (+6 weeks postpartum) to allow iron stores to be replenished

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