Sickle cell anemia in pregnant Saudi women and its impact on birth weight and gestational maturity.

Background: It is well documented that sickle cell anemia (SCA) in pregnancy increases the risk of problems that can influence the growth and maturation of the newborn. To assess the gestational maturity and birth weight of babies born to Saudi mothers with SCA in the Jazan region.

Methods: A case-control study was conducted in three hospitals in the Jazan region.

Prevalence and Pattern of Birth Defects in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review of Observational Studies.

Introduction: Birth defects are a significant concern since they can lead to permanent disability and death. This study comprehensively reviews the prevalence and patterns of birth defects in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A systematic analysis of the literature retrieved from three databases (Pub Med, Science Direct, and the Saudi digital library) published between 1989 and 2022 was performed.