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Advanced maternal age and pregnancy

S A Obed1, J O Armah, J B Wilson

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana.

West African Journal of Medicine
|October 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Advanced maternal age pregnancies are common due to limited contraception access and awareness. These pregnancies are linked to worse outcomes for both mothers and newborns.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Obstetrics
  • Perinatal Medicine

Background:

  • Pregnancy in women aged 35 and older is increasingly common.
  • Lack of effective contraception and awareness contributes to advanced maternal age pregnancies.
  • These pregnancies pose higher risks for maternal and infant health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the risks associated with advanced maternal age pregnancies.
  • To emphasize the need for better reproductive health education and contraception.
  • To underscore the impact on maternal and perinatal outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a review of existing literature.
  • Data was synthesized from various sources on maternal age and pregnancy outcomes.
Keywords:
AfricaAfrica South Of The SaharaAge FactorsDemographic FactorsDeveloping CountriesEnglish Speaking AfricaGhanaMaternal AgeMaternal Age, 35 And OverMaternal MortalityMortalityParental AgePopulationPopulation CharacteristicsPopulation DynamicsPregnancyPregnancy OutcomesReproductionResearch MethodologyRetrospective StudiesStudiesWestern Africa

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  • Epidemiological trends were analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • Advanced maternal age is associated with increased maternal complications.
    • Perinatal outcomes, including birth weight and Apgar scores, are often poorer.
    • Contraception failure and lack of access are significant contributing factors.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective contraception and reproductive education are crucial to mitigate risks.
    • Improved prenatal care is essential for managing advanced maternal age pregnancies.
    • Addressing socioeconomic factors is key to improving outcomes.