Severe anemia in pregnancy in rural Ghana: a case-control study of causes and management.

Background: Various factors contribute to severe anemia in pregnancy in low-income countries. This study assesses which of these are of importance in rural Ghana, and evaluates management.

Methods: Prospective case-control study in two (sub)district hospitals in rural Ghana among 175 severely anemic pregnant women (Hb < 8.

Maternal and fetal outcome after severe anemia in pregnancy in rural Ghana.

Background: Anemia in pregnancy contributes to poor outcome for mother and child in low-income countries. This study analyzes adverse maternal and fetal outcome after severe anemia in pregnancy in rural Ghana.

Methods: A cohort study in two (sub)district hospitals, including 157 pregnant women exposed to severe anemia (Hb < 8.