Cross-sectional analysis reveals low birth weight is linked to socioeconomic factors in mothers at Allied Hospital, highlighting maternal health services are crucial for prevention.
Key Points
Low birth weight prevalence links with socioeconomic factors like maternal age and income status.
Significant findings indicated that 73% of mothers had an income level below Pak Rupee 10,000.
Cross-sectional study involving mothers with low birth weight infants conducted over 11 months.
Findings underscore the need for improved maternal health services and antenatal care access.