65,000 cases of pregnancy complications in health hospitals: figures and prevention
A recent official statistic released by the Ministry of Health reveals alarming figures: over 65,000 cases of pregnancy and childbirth complications were recorded in its hospitals last year. Anemia and diabetes topped the list of the most common health risks among pregnant women, highlighting the urgent need to raise public awareness about the importance of early healthcare and close, regular monitoring to ensure the well-being of both mothers and babies.
Anemia and diabetes: the biggest health concern
Detailed data published by the ministry revealed that anemia during pregnancy was the most significant health challenge, topping the list of complications with 12,543 cases. This figure underscores the urgent need to improve dietary habits and ensure adherence to prescribed supplements such as iron and folic acid to prevent the negative effects of anemia, which can lead to premature birth or low birth weight.
Second on the list was gestational diabetes, with 10,549 cases, followed closely by urinary tract infections, which affected 8,547 women. Controlling blood sugar levels is crucial to avoid complications such as macrosomia (excessive fetal growth) or delivery difficulties, and requires close medical monitoring and a strict dietary regimen.
Risks of bleeding and high blood pressure
The list was not without critical challenges faced by medical teams, with antepartum hemorrhage ranking fourth, with nearly 8,000 cases requiring urgent medical intervention. In a related matter, more than 7,100 cases of pre-existing diabetes were identified.
Statistics also revealed over 6,200 cases of pre-existing chronic hypertension, while 4,113 cases of preeclampsia, a serious complication that can threaten the lives of both mother and fetus if not treated early, were recorded. Additionally, 3,867 women experienced asthma attacks during pregnancy, and delivery rooms treated over 3,300 cases of postpartum hemorrhage, with 693 cases of bleeding occurring during delivery itself.
The importance of early care and the health context
These figures come at a time when the health sector is undergoing significant transformations aimed at promoting preventative healthcare rather than solely focusing on curative medicine. The rising rates of chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension among pregnant women reflect a global and regional health trend that necessitates concerted efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of obesity and malnutrition.
These overwhelming statistics confirm that strict adherence to prenatal care programs is not merely a routine procedure, but rather the first line of defense for the early detection of these chronic or emerging diseases. Managing these cases according to modern treatment protocols prevents their progression and significantly reduces maternal and neonatal mortality and morbidity rates, thus contributing to building a healthy and sound society.
