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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Shekhar Chauhan, Pradeep Kumar, Strong P. Marbaniang, Shobhit Srivastava, Ratna Patel
Summary: Anaemia in adolescents is associated with physical disorders, growth, and mental retardation, with higher prevalence among adolescent girls. This study fills a gap in anaemia intervention programs for adolescents by analyzing data from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, India. The findings suggest that anaemia is more prevalent among rural adolescents, those with lower education levels, late adolescence, and those with no exposure to mass media. Effective public health policies targeting rural adolescents and disseminating information through mass media are needed to address anaemia in this population.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jean Claude Nkurunziza, Nicolette Nabukeera-Barungi, Joan Nakayaga Kalyango, Aloys Niyongabo, Mercy Muwema Mwanja, Ezekiel Mupere, Joaniter I. Nankabirwa
Summary: The study found a high prevalence of anaemia among children aged 6-24 months in Burundi, with factors such as lack of deworming medication, presence of malaria, home location, and age group significantly associated with higher odds of anaemia. Policy makers should focus on improving deworming and malaria prevention programs, promoting preventive interventions, and improving women's education level to prevent the adverse outcomes of anaemia in children.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Jonathon Snook, Neeraj Bhala, Ian L. P. Beales, David Cannings, Chris Kightley, Robert Ph Logan, D. Mark Pritchard, Reena Sidhu, Sue Surgenor, Wayne Thomas, Ajay M. Verma, Andrew F. Goddard
Summary: Iron deficiency anaemia is a major global cause of disease burden, diagnosed through blood testing and treated with iron replacement therapy. Causes include poor diet and gastrointestinal pathologies, with endoscopy and radiological scanning used for diagnosis and assessment in some cases.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
J. Yang, Z. Liu, H. Guo, Z. Reheman, J. Nie, S. Song, N. Wang, W. Nie, J. Ye
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and influencing factors of anaemia among expectant mothers in rural areas of Northwestern China. The results showed that regular prenatal healthcare attendance was an important factor for both haemoglobin concentration and the prevalence of anaemia.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Marimuthu Sappani, Thenmozhi Mani, Edwin Sam Asirvatham, Melvin Joy, Malavika Babu, Lakshmanan Jeyaseelan
Summary: This study assesses the trends in prevalence and determinants of severe and moderate anaemia among women of reproductive age in India. The results show that the prevalence of severe and moderate anaemia has not significantly declined in non-pregnant women over the past two decades, while it has decreased in pregnant women but still remains high. Women who are economically poor and without formal education are at higher risk for severe and moderate anaemia. It is necessary to implement targeted anaemia control programs for the most vulnerable and high-risk women, such as those in rural areas, poverty, and illiteracy, to reduce the burden of anaemia among them.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Haiying Chen, Jinxin Lu, Yongze Li
Summary: This study used Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2019 study data to elucidate trends in common micronutrient deficiencies in China from 1990 to 2019. The study found that the prevalence rates and associated DALYs of iodine, vitamin A, and dietary iron deficiencies decreased during this period. Different age groups and genders were affected by different types of micronutrient deficiencies.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Jassin Rashidi-Alavijeh, Nargiz Nuruzade, Alexandra Frey, Eva-Maria Huessler, Anne Hoerster, Amos Cornelius Zeller, Andreas Schuette, Hartmut Schmidt, Katharina Willuweit, Christian Markus Lange
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the role of iron supplementation in improving the prognosis of patients with cirrhosis. The results showed that an increase in hemoglobin levels was associated with improved transplant-free survival in patients with cirrhosis. The combination of iron supplementation and rifaximin had a stronger effect on prognosis.
Article
Pediatrics
Niklas Stabell, Maria Averina, Trond Flaegstad
Summary: The study found a high prevalence of iron deficiency and anaemia among adolescents aged 15-19, with girls more likely to be affected than boys, and the majority of cases remained chronic two years later. Different lifestyle habits and levels of physical activity were associated with iron deficiency in adolescents.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Heinz Zoller, Myles Wolf, Irina Blumenstein, Christian Primas, Stefan Lindgren, Lars L. Thomsen, Walter Reinisch, Tariq Iqbal
Summary: Despite comparable treatment efficacy for iron deficiency anaemia, FCM was associated with a higher incidence of hypophosphataemia compared to FDI. Further studies are needed to investigate the long-term clinical consequences of hypophosphataemia and the mechanisms underlying the differential effects of FCM and FDI on patient-reported fatigue.
Review
Pediatrics
Sophie Jullien
Summary: There is currently no suitable non-invasive test with high accuracy for screening for IDA, and uncertainty exists regarding whether IDA in children under five years of age causes cognitive and psychomotor delays. There is a lack of evidence on the effects of routine screening for IDA in asymptomatic children under five years of age on growth, cognitive, and psychomotor development outcomes. Recommended by the American Academy of Paediatrics, selective screening of IDA is suggested in infants and children with risk factors such as prematurity, low birth weight, and dietary risks, contradicting the recommendations of other major organizations.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Evasio Pasini, Giovanni Corsetti, Claudia Romano, Roberto Aquilani, Tiziano Scarabelli, Carol Chen-Scarabelli, Francesco S. Dioguardi
Summary: This article discusses the blood-related issues caused by chronic diseases and treatment strategies for anemia. Emphasis is placed on the need for not only iron supplementation, but also providing all precursor molecules necessary for heme synthesis. Research shows that in elderly anemic patients, implementing personalized treatment strategies including supplementation of essential amino acids and vitamins can lead to a faster increase in hemoglobin levels.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Alexander Hoffmann, David Haschka, Lara Valente de Souza, Piotr Tymoszuk, Markus Seifert, Laura von Raffay, Richard Hilbe, Verena Petzer, Patrizia L. Moser, Manfred Nairz, Guenter Weiss
Summary: Iron supplementation worsens the clinical course of bacterial infection in anaemic mice by increasing iron delivery to bacteria and impairing the immune response. This has important implications for iron supplementation strategies in areas with high endemic burden of infections.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Victoria Flavian Gowele, Joyce Kinabo, Theresia Jumbe, Constance Rybak, Wolfgang Stuetz
Summary: A study on school children in Chamwino and Kilosa districts in Tanzania found that inadequate macro- and micronutrient nutrition is prevalent, leading to issues such as anaemia and growth retardation. Implementing nutrition and hygiene education, along with promoting home and school garden programs, could potentially alleviate these issues in the long term.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Malaine Morais Alves Machado, Mirella de Paiva Lopes, Raquel Machado Schincaglia, Paulo Sergio Sucasas da Costa, Alexandre Siqueira Guedes Coelho, Maria Claret Costa Monteiro Hadler
Summary: Fortification with multiple micronutrient powder was effective in preventing and treating iron deficiency and anemia in children aged six to 48 months. Additional supplementation of ferrous sulfate was necessary for anemic children.
Letter
Medicine, General & Internal
Andrew J. Read, Akbar K. Waljee, Charity S. Chen, Robert Holleman, Kyle E. Kumbier, Sameer D. Saini
Summary: This cohort study examines the prevalence of appropriate testing for incident anemia in a large cohort from a national integrated health care system.