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Screening for iron deficiency anemia in a well baby clinic

I Al Hifzi1, R K Pejaver, I Qureshi

  • 1Department of Pediatrics and Pathology, North West Armed Forces Hospital Program, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.

Annals of Saudi Medicine
|November 1, 1996
PubMed

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A screening program identified a high prevalence of iron deficiency anemia in 9-month-old infants. Early detection and intervention through iron therapy and proper infant weaning practices are crucial for preventing long-term health effects.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Hematology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) poses significant long-term health risks for infants.
  • Early detection and intervention are critical for managing IDA in early childhood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the feasibility and prevalence of IDA screening in infants at nine months of age.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a screening program in a Well Baby Clinic setting.

Main Methods:

  • A screening program was implemented for infants at nine months of age.
  • Complete venous blood count analysis was used to screen 4751 infants.
  • Infants with hemoglobin levels below 10 gm/dL were recalled for iron therapy and follow-up.

Main Results:

  • A high prevalence of anemia was detected, with 2668 out of 4751 infants screened being anemic (Hb <11 gm/dL).
  • Challenges with patient compliance and follow-up were noted.
  • The screening program demonstrated feasibility within the Well Baby Clinic setting.

Conclusions:

  • Screening for IDA in infants at nine months is feasible and identifies a high prevalence of the condition.
  • Continued screening programs, enhanced parent education on iron therapy, and proper infant weaning practices are recommended to prevent IDA.

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