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Morbidity and mortality of low-birth-weight infants in Egypt

E Mansour1, A N Eissa, L M Nofal

  • 1Ministry of Health and Population, Cairo, Egypt.

Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal = La Revue De Sante De La Mediterranee Orientale = Al-Majallah Al-Sihhiyah Li-Sharq Al-Mutawassit
|May 17, 2006
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Low birth weight (LBW) infants face significantly higher risks of neonatal intensive care unit admission, jaundice, and mortality compared to normal birth weight (NBW) infants during the first three months of life.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal Health
  • Pediatric Morbidity and Mortality

Background:

  • Low birth weight (LBW) is a critical factor influencing infant survival and long-term health.
  • Understanding the specific health risks for LBW infants is crucial for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the morbidity and mortality rates in low-birth-weight (LBW) infants.
  • To compare the health outcomes of LBW infants with normal-birth-weight (NBW) infants during the initial three months post-birth.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort study involving 6701 live births.
  • Follow-up of singleton LBW and normal-birth-weight (NBW) infants for three months.
  • Data collection on infant weight, morbidity, and mortality via structured questionnaires.

Main Results:

  • LBW infants showed significantly higher rates of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admission (31.6% vs. 2.0%) and mortality (2.0% vs. 0.2%) compared to NBW infants.
  • LBW infants experienced increased risks of neonatal jaundice at one month and growth retardation.
  • Overall mortality risk was substantially higher in the LBW group.

Conclusions:

  • Low birth weight is a significant predictor of adverse neonatal outcomes, including higher morbidity and mortality.
  • LBW infants require close monitoring for conditions like jaundice and growth issues.
  • Interventions aimed at improving outcomes for LBW infants are essential for neonatal survival.

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