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  • Reproductive Health
  • Nutritional Science

Background:

  • Iron is essential for all life, with crucial roles in maternal adaptations and fetal development during pregnancy.
  • Iron deficiency is a common concern in pregnancy, leading to universal supplementation practices.
  • Excess iron supplementation in pregnancy is emerging as a concern, particularly in high-income countries, due to potential adverse outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the physiological iron homeostasis during pregnancy.
  • To discuss the impact of iron-related disorders on pregnant women and their offspring.
  • To inform clinical practice for optimizing pregnancy outcomes related to iron metabolism.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of physiological iron homeostasis in pregnancy.
  • Analysis of current knowledge on iron-related diseases and their effects during gestation.
  • Synthesis of information to guide clinical management.

Main Results:

  • Pregnancy significantly alters iron requirements and metabolism.
  • Both iron deficiency and iron excess are associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes.
  • Increased prevalence of women with iron disorders conceiving necessitates better understanding.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal iron balance is critical for healthy pregnancy outcomes.
  • Further research and clinical attention are needed for managing iron status in pregnant individuals.
  • Understanding iron physiology and disorders is essential for improving maternal and infant health.