Intravenous iron sucrose in the treatment of iron deficiency anaemia in antenatal patients

Background: Amongst medical disorders of pregnancy, iron deficiency anaemia is one of the commonest in developing countries like India. It is one of the major contributory cause of maternal mortality & morbidity. Amongst the treatment options available inj. Iron sucrose therapy appears to be safe and effective especially in government hospitals. Methods: This study was carried out on 30 antenatal patients diagnosed to have iron deficiency anaemia in 2nd & early 3rd trimesters of pregnancy. After investigations and dose calculation, inj. Iron sucrose was administered as per pre decided protocol with proper monitoring. Patients were evaluated at end of 4 weeks. Results: The data were compiled and statistically evaluated.