Frequency of Anemia in Patients in Dourados, Brazil
Author Information
Author(s): Tatiana Lachi, Cássia Barbosa Reis
Primary Institution: Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados
Hypothesis
What is the frequency of anemia among patients registered with a Family Health Team in Dourados, Brazil?
Conclusion
The study found that 22.7% of the patients had anemia, indicating a significant public health issue.
Supporting Evidence
- Anemia affects about 30% of the world's population.
- The frequency of anemia in the studied sample was 22.7%.
- Anemia can significantly impair quality of life.
- Treatment for iron deficiency anemia is simple and inexpensive.
- Children under 1 year old showed high rates of anemia.
- Anemia is a public health problem that affects all socioeconomic classes.
- Government and personal expenses to treat anemia are relatively low.
- Food fortification and iron supplementation are effective strategies to combat anemia.
Takeaway
About 1 in 5 people in this study had anemia, which makes them feel tired and weak, but it's easy to treat.
Methodology
A quantitative and descriptive study using secondary data from blood counts of patients.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the exclusion of pregnant patients and the retrospective nature of the study.
Limitations
The presence of infectious processes may have led to an overestimation of anemia frequency.
Participant Demographics
The sample included patients of all ages, with a higher prevalence of women (62.6%).
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI 58.0 to 67.0
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