Uncovering the hidden health burden: a systematic review and meta-analysis of iron deficiency anemia among adolescents, and pregnant women in Pakistan

Uncovering the hidden health burden: a systematic review and meta-analysis of iron deficiency anemia among adolescents, and pregnant women in Pakistan

Abstract Introduction Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is the most prevalent diet-related disorder and mainly affects women and children. To determine the trend of anemia incidence in Pakistan, a current review was carried out. This review aimed to estimate the prevalence of anemia among pregnant women...

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Main Authors: Benazir Mahar, Tazeen Shah, Khalida shaikh, Saima Naz shaikh, Arsalan Ahmed Uqaili, Khalida Naz Memon, Jamshed Warsi, Rozina Mangi, Sani Aliyu, Qamar Abbas, Farheen Shaikh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-09-01
Series:Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition
Subjects:
Iron deficiency
Pregnancy
Adolescent females
Anemia
Pakistan
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s41043-024-00643-y

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s41043-024-00643-y

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