Effect of routine iron supplementation with or without folic acid on anemia during pregnancy

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Iron deficiency is the most prevalent nutrient deficiency in the world, particularly during pregnancy. According to the literature, anemia, particularly severe anemia, is associated with increased risk of maternal mortality. It als...

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Main Authors: Bhutta Zulfiqar A, Yakoob Mohammad Yawar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-04-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/11/S3/S21