Investigation of the frequency of iron insufficiency among infants in a population in which routine iron supplementation is implemented.

Investigation of the frequency of iron insufficiency among infants in a population in which routine iron supplementation is implemented. Turk J Pediatr. 2018;60(1):22-31 Authors: Çullas-İlarslan NE, Günay F, İleri DT, Elhan AH, Ertem M, Arsan S Abstract Çullas-İlarslan NE, Günay F, İleri DT, Elhan AH, Ertem M, Arsan S. Investigation of the frequency of iron insufficiency among infants in a population in which routine iron supplementation is implemented. Turk J Pediatr 2018; 60: 22-31. Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) represents the most common cause of anemia worldwide. Because of potential irreversible neurodevelopmental impairment, its prevention during infancy is essential. We aimed to investigate the frequency of iron insufficiency among infants in a population which routine iron supplementation is implemented; and to examine related risks. A total of 501 infants, aged 9-15 months, were screened with complete blood count and serum ferritin. Infants were divided into two groups. [Group 1 (iron insufficient), [Group 1a: Iron deficiency (ID), Group 1b: IDA (IDA)], Group 2 (Iron sufficient (IS)]. Anemia was recognized in 122 (24.3%) infants. Microcytosis was observed in 110 (90.2%) of anemic infants. Group 2 accounted for 49.5% (n=248) whereas 152 (30.3%) and 101 (20.2%) infants belonged to Groups 1a and 1b, respectively. Multiple logistic regression analysis showed that male gender (OR=1.53; 95%CI 1.07 and 2.17), receiving > ...
Source: The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tags: Turk J Pediatr Source Type: research