Prevalence of Anemia in Pregnant Women Attending a Healthcare Facility in Multan: A Cross-Sectional Study
Abstract
Objective: To assess the prevalence of anemia among pregnant women attending a healthcare facility in Multan and identify its associated sociodemographic determinants.Study Design: A cross-sectional study.Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Department of Medicine, Bakhtawar Amin Trust Hospital Multan, Pakistan, from January 2021 to January 2022.Methods: The study included 250 pregnant women selected by consecutive sampling. The sample size was calculated by keeping the estimated incidence of anemia at 40%, 5% margin of error and a 95% confidence interval. The data was collected through a structured questionnaire, which included questions about demographic data (age, educational status, occupation, and eating habits) and the obstetric history of women. Complete blood picture of all the participants was recorded. Women with hemoglobin levels 4 pregnancies had a higher risk of anemia (P<.0001). Nutrition counseling and healthy dietary habits significantly decreased the risk of anemia (P< .0001).Conclusion: Anemia is a significant health concern in pregnant women, with the highest prevalence during the first trimester. Low socioeconomic background, poor dietary habits, and more than four pregnancies are significantly associated with the development of anemia during pregnancy.
How to cite this: Hussain I, Rasheeq T, Gardezi A, Mukhtar S, Tahir M, Siddiqui HN. Prevalence of Anemia in Pregnant Women Attending a…
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Evidence Hub reads this as a cross-sectional, done in people. Its evidence level is 4 of 5 (Low · observational). Observational designs can show an association but not prove cause. Reported size: 250 participants or records.
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