Knowledge Gaps in Iron Deficiency Anemia Management in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Residents

Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada 2026 Open access

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Authors: Malvika Agarwal, Roy Khalifé, Innie Chen, Alan Tinmouth, Karima Khamisa
DOI: 10.1016/j.jogc.2026.103224
Cited by: 1
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Abstract

Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) affects up to one-third of reproductive-aged women and is a leading cause of iron deficiency (ID) and iron deficiency anemia (IDA). These conditions worsen quality of life and are associated with higher perioperative morbidity, including increased red blood cell (RBC) blood transfusion requirements (1)

Fields of Study & Subjects

Iron Metabolism and Disorders Blood transfusion and management Erythropoietin and Anemia Treatment

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
48
Issue
4
Pages
103224–103224
Publication date
31 January 2026
Language
EN