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NCT Number: NCT00207610

Iron Supplementation Among Low-Income Postpartum Women

Anemia is common among low-income women after they have given birth. Anemia, or low hemoglobin in the blood cells, is usually caused by not having enough iron. Blood cells usually carry oxygen to other parts of the body. Without enough hemoglobin, the ability of blood cells to carry oxygen is decreased. Memory and work may be impaired. The purpose of this study is to evaluate three methods of giving iron to prevent anemia among low-income women after they have given birth.

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Key information

Conditions

Anemia Hematologic Diseases Hemic and Lymphatic Diseases

Age range

13 year and older

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Phase 3

Primary location

Center for Community Health, University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-5122, United States

About this study

Currently the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations to prevent iron deficiency advocate selective screening and treatment of anemia at about 6 weeks postpartum. However, among some groups, such as low income women, data suggest that anemia and iron deficiency are common. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of three stategies to prevent iron deficiency among low income postpartum women in Mississippi.

Comparisons: Clinics will be randomized to one of three strategies: 1)Selective anemia screening and treatment of anemic women, 2)universal anemia screening and treatment of anemic women, or 3)universal iron supplementation of 65 mg a day for three months.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • postpartum girls and women, 2-6 weeks after birth
  • age 13 years or more
  • WIC certified

Exclusion criteria

  • sickle cell anemia
  • Hemoglobin < 7 g/dL

Treatment and study plan

Daily iron supplements of 65 mg a day for 3 months

Behavioral

Universal anemia screening and treatment

Behavioral

Selective anemia screening and treatment

Behavioral

Primary outcomes

  1. anemia

    Time frame: 6 months postpartum

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Fed

Registry information

Official study title

Phase 3 Study of the Prevention of Postpartum Anemia by Three Different Strategies

Important dates

Study start
2003
Primary completion
2007
Study completion
2007
First posted
Sep 21, 2005
Registry last updated
Feb 3, 2009

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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