Analysis of IV iron treatment benefits shows improved outcomes in adolescent females with iron deficiency, indicating a need to optimize adherence strategies.
Key Points
Resolution of iron deficiency was achieved in 66% treated with IV iron compared to 34% on oral iron.
Average hemoglobin increased from 8.27 to 12.47 g/dL during the study, indicating effective treatment benefits.
Retrospective chart review analyzed 147 visits for adolescent females aged 12-21 with iron deficiency.
Findings support early IV iron treatment could enhance management of iron deficiency in this patient population.