Iodine monitoring models contribute to avoid adverse birth outcomes related more than adequate iodine intake.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Iodine plays an important role in pregnancy. How to maintain adequate iodine intake amongst pregnant women in each trimester of pregnancy to prevent adverse birth outcomes in central China is a challenge for clinical practice.

Methods

870 pregnant women and their infants were enrolled in the study. Urinary iodine concentration (UIC) was measured using an inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). Maternal and newborn information were obtained during follow-up. Multinomial logistic regression models were established.

Results

Median UIC of pregnant women was 172 ± 135 μg/L which is currently considered to be sufficient. Multivitamin supplements containing iodine, iodized salt intake and frequent milk intake were significantly associated with highe

SUBMITTER: Dong J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8240367 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature