Impact of malaria during pregnancy on low birth weight in sub-Saharan Africa.
Malaria during pregnancy can result in low birth weight (LBW), an important risk factor for infant mortality. This article reviews the pathological effects of malaria during pregnancy and the implications for the newborn's development and survival. Empirical data from throughout Africa on assoc...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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2004
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