Understanding risk factors for severe acute malnutrition among children during war conflict in yemen
Gaber M Al-Mushiki1, Galal A Al-Samhari1, Ameen A Alahsab2
1Post Graduate, Epidemiology and Biostatic Health, School of Public Health, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning; Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Thamar University, Dhamar, Yemen.
Abstract:
Severe acute malnutrition (SAM) is a major public health concern in Yemen, particularly in areas affected by ongoing conflict war. SAM is defined as a very low weight for height, by visible severe wasting, or by the presence of nutritional edema. The prevalence of SAM in Yemen has increased dramatically since the onset of the conflict. Prior studies have focused on evaluating prevalence, but this novel study aimed to assess the risk factors associated with SAM prevalence. Five thousand two hundred and seventeen patients of SAM admitted at 12 sentinel hospitals were enrolled, and data were collected and analyzed. Marasmus was the most common form. Numerous risk factors contribute to the high prevalence of SAM in Yemen, including food insecurity. The current conflict has hampered food production, distribution, and access. Awareness of risk factors can prevent SAM in the general population.
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