Patient Management

Alternate-Day Iron-Dosing Boosts Absorption in Anemic Women, Study finds

In women with iron deficiency anemia IDA oral iron supplements induce an acute increase in serum hepcidin SHep that persists for 24 hours diminishing iron…
CURATED BY: Barb Dehn,
RN, MS, NP, FAANP, NCMP

Patient Management Guidelines

Iron Deficiency Management

The American Society of Hematology has guidelines on the management of iron deficiency

Treating Iron Deficiency

UpToDate outlines treatments for iron deficiency in adults

Evaluation and Management of Iron Deficiency Anemia

Authors of this publication outline the diagnosis and management of iron deficiency anemia

Articles

USPSTF: Inconclusive on Iron Supplementation in Pregnancy; Urgent Reassessment Needed

The United States Preventative Services Task Force USPSTF finds inconclusive evidence for routine iron supplementation in pregnant women with iron...
CURATED BY:
Barb Dehn,
RN, MS, NP, FAANP, NCMP

Study Shows IV Iron Outperforms Oral Iron for Anemia in Gujarati Pregnant Women

In a prospective cost effectiveness study conducted in Gujarat India 188 pregnant women with moderate to severe anemia were compared...
CURATED BY:
Shawana S. Moore,
DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, PNAP, FAAN

Advancements in Postpartum Anemia Care Reveal Global Healthcare Gaps

Recent advancements have been made in the early detection and treatment of postpartum anemia PPA a condition that severely impacts...
CURATED BY:
Shawana S. Moore,
DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, PNAP, FAAN

Anemia in Pregnancy: A Public Health Challenge Requiring Enhanced Interventions

Anemia during pregnancy particularly iron deficiency anemia IDA poses a significant health challenge with a prevalence rate varying between 6...
CURATED BY:
Shawana S. Moore,
DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, PNAP, FAAN

Managing Anemia: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Collaboration

Anemia marked by low red blood cell count or hemoglobin levels affects millions globally primarily due to iron deficiency Diagnosis...
CURATED BY:
Shannon Brasil,
MSN, NP, ANP-BC

AGA Guidelines for Iron Deficiency Anemia: Diagnosis and Management Strategies

Iron deficiency anemia IDA is prevalent worldwide affecting 3 of adults and more commonly observed in women under 50 The...
CURATED BY:
Shannon Brasil,
MSN, NP, ANP-BC
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