The Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy and Its Maternal and Fetal Complications

Authors

  • Hanan Eljabu Misurata Infertility Centre, Misurata, Libya
  • Hajer Eljabu Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences, Misurata University, Misurata, Libya
  • Hawa Karik Misurata medical Centre, Misurata, Libya
  • Salma Ahmed Misurata medical Centre, Misurata, Libya

Keywords:

Vitamin D Deficiency, Pregnancy, Maternal complications, neonatal and Fetal Complications

Abstract

Background: An insufficiency of vitamin D during pregnancy is linked to a higher chance of unfavorable pregnancy outcomes, particularly those involving placental malfunction. Generally, pregnant women are liable to have insufficiency in the level of vitamins and minerals.  The objective of this study is to investigate the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy and maternal complications as well as fetal and early neonatal complications.

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Published

2026-09-28

How to Cite

Hanan Eljabu, Hajer Eljabu, Hawa Karik, & Salma Ahmed. (2026). The Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy and Its Maternal and Fetal Complications. African Journal of Advanced Pure and Applied Sciences, 5(3), 561–566. Retrieved from https://aaasjournals.com/index.php/ajapas/article/view/2209

Issue

Volume 5, Issue 3, 2026

Section

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