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Factors associated with iron deficiency anemia in Brazilian preschool children

Carlos A N de Almeida1, Rubens G Ricco, Luiz A del Ciampo

  • 1Universidade de Ribeirão Preto, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil. carlosnogueira@directnet.com.br

Jornal De Pediatria
|June 12, 2004
PubMed

Insights

Age is the primary factor influencing iron deficiency anemia in young Brazilian children. Younger children exhibited poorer iron status, indicating a need for targeted interventions for this age group.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Nutritional Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Anemia and iron deficiency are significant global health concerns, particularly in preschool-aged children.
  • Early childhood is a critical period for iron status, impacting development and overall health.
  • Understanding local determinants is crucial for effective public health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify key factors associated with anemia and iron deficiency in children.
  • To investigate the relationship between various personal and socioeconomic factors and iron status.
  • To inform targeted strategies for preventing and managing iron deficiency in preschool populations.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 192 children aged 12-72 months in Pontal, Brazil.
  • Data collection included personal (age, feeding, birth details, anthropometrics) and socioeconomic variables.
  • Biochemical markers assessed were hemoglobin, serum transferrin receptor, ferritin, and iron deficiency anemia.

Main Results:

  • Increasing age was significantly correlated with improved iron nutritional status.
  • Higher hemoglobin, lower transferrin receptor, and higher ferritin levels were observed with advancing age.
  • Iron deficiency anemia prevalence decreased with increasing age; other variables showed no significant correlation.

Conclusions:

  • Age is the most critical determinant of iron nutritional status in the studied preschool population.
  • Intervention strategies should prioritize younger children to combat anemia and iron deficiency.
  • Findings highlight the importance of age-specific approaches in pediatric nutritional programs.
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