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Low birth weight in Jordan: a hospital-based study
Khitam Mohammed1, Insaf Shaban2, Nemeh Al-Akour3
1Maternal and Child Health and Midwifery Department, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan.
Summary
Low birth weight (LBW) affects 18% of newborns in Jordan, with rates increasing over five years. Key risk factors include preterm birth, maternal age, and complications, highlighting the need for targeted health interventions.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal Health
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Low birth weight (LBW) is a significant contributor to neonatal and infant morbidity and mortality.
- Understanding LBW prevalence and risk factors is crucial for improving infant outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of LBW in Jordan.
- To identify risk factors associated with LBW in Jordanian neonates.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of medical records.
- Study period: 2011-2015.
- Inclusion criteria: Singleton live births from four regional hospitals in Jordan.
Main Results:
- A total of 22,789 singleton live births were analyzed.
- The prevalence of LBW was 18% (4133 infants).
- LBW rates showed an increasing trend over the study period. Associated factors included preterm birth, pregnancy complications, older maternal age (≥35 years), first-born infants, and female infants.
Conclusions:
- Midwives play a role in educating mothers about LBW risk factors.
- Public health interventions should emphasize healthy maternal diet and the value of female infants to reduce LBW.
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