Efficacy of Intravenous Iron for Treating Postpartum Anemia in Low-Resource African Countries: A Pilot Study in Malawi

Abstract

Our results suggest that IV iron sucrose is an effective drug for treating puerperal anemia, leading to a rapid recovery of Hb levels. The current availability of generic iron sucrose preparations, with considerably lower acquisition costs, may facilitate in-hospital access to this treatment option in low-resource countries.