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[Sideropenic anemia in preschool children and risk factors]

Dusica Stojanović, Dragana Nikić, Bratimirka Jelenković

    Srpski Arhiv Za Celokupno Lekarstvo
    |August 19, 2006
    PubMed

    Insights

    Sideropenic anemia (iron deficiency anemia) affects 5.23% of preschool children in Zajecar. Higher infection rates were linked to lower hemoglobin, highlighting the need for nutritional interventions to prevent developmental issues.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Nutritional Science
    • Public Health

    Context:

    • Sideropenic anemia is a prevalent global nutritional disorder.
    • Preschool children face elevated risks due to rapid growth and high iron demands.

    Purpose:

    • To determine the prevalence of sideropenic anemia in preschool children.
    • To identify risk factors associated with iron deficiency in this age group.

    Summary:

    • A study in Zajecar Municipality found 5.23% of 6-7-year-old children had sideropenic anemia (hemoglobin < 11g/dl).
    • No significant impact was observed for sex, residence, social status, or parental education.
    • Increased infection incidence correlated with lower hemoglobin levels (p<0.05).
    • Kindergarten attendance did not mitigate domestic nutrition issues.

    Impact:

    • Sideropenic anemia can lead to impaired cognitive and motor development, and behavioral problems.
    • Corrective measures in domestic and social nutrition are crucial.
    • Preventing iron deficiency anemia is essential for normal child growth and development.
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