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Introduction. Several studies have demonstrated that new born infants with low birth weight (LBW) have up to 20 times more risk of dying. In Guatemala 12.9% of LBW newborn were reported in 2014. Objective: To determine the incidence of maternal risk factors associated to LBW during the period 2014-2015 in a health care post (CSB). Methods: Medical records of 506 deliveries occurred in CSB during this period were reviewed and LBW infants were identified. Maternal risk factors were documented for each new born. Results: A prevalence of 10.67% low birth weight infants were found. Prevalent risk factors were, maternal low BMI, short intergenesic interval, multiparity, being a housewife as an occupation, and inadequate prenatal care. Thirty-five (35%) of patients were illiterate and mostly came from the out of town villages (Comunidad de Ruiz, Cruz Blanca, Montufar y Cerro Alto). Conclusion: Findings highlight the need of intervention for specific groups of women with higher risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, specifically low birth weight.
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