Malaria in pregnancy: adverse effects on haemoglobin levels and birthweight in primigravidae and multigravidae.
BACKGROUND: In areas of endemic transmission, malaria in pregnancy is associated with severe maternal anaemia and low birthweight babies. The prevalence of infection is highest in primigravidae (PG), and hence control efforts are usually geared towards this high risk group. Using a sensitive measure...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2001
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