[Influencing factors of nutritional anemia in children and adolescents aged 6-17 years in China]
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.This meta-analysis identified key factors contributing to nutritional anemia in Chinese children and adolescents. Poor nutrition, low check-up frequency, and specific demographics like ethnic minorities and females increase anemia risk.
Area Of Science
- Pediatric Nutrition
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background
- Nutritional anemia remains a significant public health concern among children and adolescents globally.
- Identifying specific risk factors is crucial for developing targeted prevention strategies in China.
Purpose Of The Study
- To conduct a meta-analysis evaluating factors associated with nutritional anemia in Chinese children and adolescents aged 6-17 years.
- To provide a scientific foundation for anemia prevention and control programs.
Main Methods
- Systematic literature search across multiple databases (CNKI, Wanfang, VIP, PubMed, Web of Science).
- Meta-analysis using Stata 16.0 software to synthesize data from 30 included studies.
- Inclusion of over 105,000 children with anemia and 849,000 controls.
Main Results
- Increased anemia risk was associated with wasting, stunted growth, ethnic minority status, infrequent physical examinations, rural residence, non-parental care, female gender, poor appetite, and low egg consumption.
- Obesity and being aged 8-14 years showed a reduced risk of anemia.
- Sensitivity analysis confirmed the stability of results, with potential publication bias noted for gender factors.
Conclusions
- Key factors influencing anemia in Chinese children and adolescents include nutritional status, age, ethnicity, healthcare access, living conditions, and dietary habits.
- Findings underscore the need for comprehensive interventions addressing these multifaceted determinants.
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