Adverse pregnancy outcomes in sickle cell trait: a prospective cohort study evaluating clinical and haematological parameters in postpartum mothers and new-borns.

Conclusions –The study revealed that SCT is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, including maternal and neonatal anaemia, low birth weight and increased risk of still birth, miscarriage and admission to SCBU. Therefore, pregnant women with SCT should be regarded as a high-risk group, and given pre-conceptual advice and multidisciplinary antenatal and postnatal care.
Source: Mediterranean Journal of Hematology and Infectious Diseases - Category: Hematology Authors: Source Type: research