A study of anemia profile in a research hospital in Telangana, South India

Fatima, Syeda Hajra; Ahmad, Tusawar Iftikhar; Latha, S.; Javed, Ghazala; Minhajuddin, Ahmed

doi:10.18203/2349-3933.ijam20220430

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“…Pakistan has a moderate iron-deficiency anaemia load, according to WHO guidelines, which is based on the prevalence of anaemia measured exclusively by Hb level. 17 The prevalence of anaemia was 22.1% in the current study, which was consistent with earlier results of 18.1% in Pakistan 2 and 26.2%in southern India. 18 The prevalence rate of anaemia in Iran was reported at 9.7%.…”

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Factors and determinants associated with prevalence of anaemia in adults in Karachi, Pakistan

Bano Channar,

Laghari,

Ali

et al. 2023

J Pak Med Assoc

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Objective: To assess the demographic and dietary factors associated with the prevalence of anaemia in multi-ethnic urban settings. Method: The cross-sectional community-based survey study was conducted from August 2020 to May 2021 in Karachi East district, and comprised healthy adults of either gender aged 20-60 years. Data was collected using a pretested questionnaire. Besides, 4ml sample of whole blood was taken from each participant for haematological analysis. Data was analysed using SPSS 23. Results: Of the 416 subjects, 269(64.7%) were males and 147(35.3%) were females, while 334(80.3%) were aged <30 years and 82(19.7%) were aged >30 years. Anaemia was found in 92(22.1%) subjects. Female gender, lower and middle socioeconomic class, nuclear family type, habit of meal-skipping, and infrequent consumption of meat, sweets and milk were all linked to anaemia (p<0.05). Conclusion: Less than a quarter of the sample was found to be anaemic. Steps should be taken to address the identified causes of anaemia. Key Words: Anaemia, Prevalence, Risk factors, Urban, Karachi.

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Factors and determinants associated with prevalence of anaemia in adults in Karachi, Pakistan

Bano Channar,

Laghari,

Ali

et al. 2023

J Pak Med Assoc

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“…Our findings are in line with the literature survey which concludes that if certain anemias occur concurrently, the clinical presentation of one of the anemia would be masked 28 . Similarly, research conducted in India on the IDA population of reproductive-age women with Vit B12 deficiency anemia showed marked microcytic cells 29,30 . Vit B12 deficiency anemia can be masked by concomitant IDA, showing the absence of macrocytosis in the blood smear.…”

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The frequency of vitamin B12 derangements in females presenting for workup of iron deficiency anemia

Atzaz¹,

Khattak²,

Zuhra³

et al. 2023

JRMC

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Objective: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is the most prevalent hematological disorder in women of child-bearing age. IDA poses a threat to feto-maternal wellbeing. It is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in pregnancy. IDA in young females can coexist with other nutritional deficiencies such as vitamin B12 (Vit B12). An undetected Vit B12 deficiency carries a greater likelihood of development of maternal neuropsychiatric disorders and neural tube defects in the fetus. Materials and methods: Venous blood samples of non-pregnant female population (N=133) from Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi were collected and analyzed for complete blood count (CBC), Vit B12 and serum Ferritin. Population was further subdivided into two groups. Group A, included females with low serum Ferritin and low MCV, group B restricted to normal serum Ferritin and low MCV, whereas control group had females with normal serum Ferritin and MCV levels. Results: Demographic data suggested that only height was slightly lower in IDA patients other than reduced serum Ferritin levels. Group A also showed reduced levels of Vit B12 as compared to group B and control group. CBC analysis indicated marked reduction in all hematological parameters except platelet count in group A. Conclusion: Our findings suggest that IDA and Vit B12 deficiency may coexist in young females. Monitoring Vit B12 along with iron deficiency parameters is essential to treat anemia and prevent gynecological complications. Paucity of information on their coexistence in females of childbearing age require further investigation. Keywords: Vitamin B12, Iron deficiency anemia, Microcytosis, Serum Ferritin.

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A study to assess the occurrence of anaemia and beta-thalassemia in the tribal population residing in the Yadadri-Bhuvanagiri district of Telangana state

Patil,

Kusneniwar,

Rathod

et al. 2024

Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care

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Background: This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of anaemia and haemoglobinopathies, particularly beta-thalassemia in the tribal population of the Yadadri-Bhuvanagiri district of Telangana. Methods: The sample consisted of a tribal population (Banjara) that visited voluntary blood camps set up in tribal settlements, local schools, and the Gram-panchayat office, in collaboration with local healthcare workers. Haemoglobin measurements (Anaemia) and Mentzer index of whole blood (EDTA) samples were used as diagnostic screening tools for categorising the population at risk of beta-thalassemia. HPLC was used as a confirmatory test. Results: The study included a total of n = 479 (68% females and 32% males) voluntary adult participants of Banjara. Based on the haemoglobin levels, 105 females (32%) were found to be anaemic as compared to 24 males (15.5%). Among the female population, a small percentage of individuals had severe anaemia (1.9%), while most had mild (80%) or moderate anaemia (18%); on the other hand, males primarily had moderate anaemia. Out of the total screened population, 6.7% (5.2% with low Hb levels (anaemic), 3.3% by MI) were found to be thalassemia based on anaemia and Mentzer index as a screening tool. Conclusion: The prevalence of beta-thalassemia was found 6.7% in the Banjara population.

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A study of anemia profile in a research hospital in Telangana, South India

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Factors and determinants associated with prevalence of anaemia in adults in Karachi, Pakistan

Factors and determinants associated with prevalence of anaemia in adults in Karachi, Pakistan

The frequency of vitamin B12 derangements in females presenting for workup of iron deficiency anemia

A study to assess the occurrence of anaemia and beta-thalassemia in the tribal population residing in the Yadadri-Bhuvanagiri district of Telangana state

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