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[Iron deficiency anemia among immigrant children from developing countries]

L Brunvand1, J Sander

  • 1Barneavdelingen, Ullevål sykehus, Oslo.

Tidsskrift for Den Norske Laegeforening : Tidsskrift for Praktisk Medicin, Ny Raekke
|May 30, 1993
PubMed
Summary

This study found that high consumption of cow's milk and sweet beverages contributed to nutritional iron deficiency in children. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing low hemoglobin levels in pediatric patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Hematology
  • Nutritional Science

Background:

  • Nutritional iron deficiency is a common health issue in children globally.
  • Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) can impair cognitive and physical development.
  • Identifying risk factors is essential for effective prevention and treatment strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the causes and characteristics of nutritional iron deficiency in children treated at a pediatric department.
  • To analyze the correlation between hemoglobin levels and platelet counts in affected children.
  • To identify dietary factors contributing to iron deficiency in this pediatric cohort.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of children diagnosed with hemoglobin below 9.0 g/100 ml and iron deficiency.

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  • Data collection included patient demographics, hemoglobin levels, and platelet counts.
  • Dietary habits, specifically consumption of cow's milk and sweet beverages, were assessed.

    • Main Results:

    • Twenty-six out of 29 children studied had parents from developing countries.
    • Median age was 16 months, with a median hemoglobin of 6.8 g/100 ml at admission.
    • A significant negative correlation was observed between platelet count and hemoglobin concentration (r = -0.67, p < 0.0001).
    • High intake of cow's milk and sweet beverages were identified as primary causes of nutritional iron deficiency.

    Conclusions:

    • High consumption of cow's milk and sweet beverages are significant contributors to nutritional iron deficiency in children.
    • Pediatric patients with iron deficiency often present with low hemoglobin and show a negative correlation with platelet counts.
    • Dietary modifications focusing on reducing intake of cow's milk and sweet beverages are recommended for preventing and managing iron deficiency in children.