Maternal Anemia and Offspring Outcomes in India: A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anemia is a global burden, with women and children being most at risk. Moreover, anemia during pregnancy has been reported to be associated with adverse outcomes for both the mother and the offspring. In India, anemia is considered a national health issue and is estimated to have the highest prevalence in the world.

Objectives

To report on the prevalence of anemia in pregnant women in India, to determine offspring outcomes that have been assessed for an association with maternal anemia in India, and to identify gaps in current knowledge.

Methods

Four databases (Scopus, MEDLINE, Embase, and Web of Science) were searched using a systematic search strategy to identify relevant studies conducted in India. The search was limited to studies published between 1990

SUBMITTER: Benavente MT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12539666 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature