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Factors affecting asthma control in pregnancy: A cross-sectional study
Kaleem Ullah Toori1, Muhammad Arsalan Qureshi2
1Kaleem Ullah Toori, FRCP, Department of Medicine, KRL Hospital, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences
|July 2, 2024
Summary
Asthma control during pregnancy is crucial for maternal and fetal health. Key factors influencing control include higher BMI, multiparity, treatment compliance, and inhaler technique in Pakistani pregnant women.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Pulmonology
- Public Health
Background:
- Suboptimal asthma control during pregnancy poses risks to both mother and fetus.
- Identifying factors affecting asthma control is vital for effective management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine factors influencing asthma control in pregnant women in Pakistan.
- To inform interventions for improved maternal and fetal outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive, cross-sectional study conducted at KRL General Hospital.
- 145 pregnant women with asthma were sampled using a non-probability technique.
- Data collected on demographics and factors affecting asthma control.
Main Results:
- Less than 40% of participants achieved adequate asthma control.
- Multifactorial analysis revealed higher BMI, multiparity, treatment compliance, and inhaler technique as significant predictors.
- Education and income levels did not show a significant association with asthma control.
Conclusions:
- Higher BMI, multiparity, treatment compliance, and proper inhaler technique significantly impact asthma control in pregnant women.
- Addressing these factors through antenatal care can improve maternal and fetal health outcomes.
- Targeted interventions are needed to enhance asthma management during pregnancy.
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