Cluster-randomized non-inferiority trial to compare supplement consumption and adherence to different dosing regimens for antenatal calcium and iron-folic acid supplementation to prevent preeclampsia and anaemia: rationale and design of the Micronutrient Initiative study

• Main Authors: Moshood O. Omotayo (Author), Katherine L. Dickin (Author), Gina M. Chapleau (Author), Stephanie L. Martin (Author), Christopher Chang (Author), Erick O. Mwanga (Author), Jacqueline K. Kung'u (Author), Rebecca J. Stoltzfus (Author)
• Formato: Libro
• Publicado: SAGE Publishing, 2015-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<em>Background</em>: To prevent pre-eclampsia in populations with insufficient dietary calcium (Ca) intake, the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends routine Ca supplementation during antenatal care (ANC). WHO guidelines suggest a complex dosing regimen, requiring as many as 5 pill-...