Unveiling The Burden of Anaemia: Socio-Demographic and Obstetric Determinants Among Pregnant Women in Mehsana District, Gujarat

Nitin Lodha; Hitesh Bhabhor; Ullas Bhabhor; Jayna Devalia; Jatin Chhaya

doi:10.55489/njmr.150120251044

Authors

Nitin Lodha Department of Community Medicine, Nootan Medical College and Research Centre, Visnagar, India
Hitesh Bhabhor Department of Community Medicine, GMERS Medical College, Navsari, India
Ullas Bhabhor Department of Microbiology, Government Medical College, Bhavnagar, India
Jayna Devalia Department of Physiology, GMERS Medical College, Valsad, India
Jatin Chhaya Department of Community Medicine, GMERS Medical College, Navsari, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55489/njmr.150120251044

Keywords:

Anaemia, Determinants, Pregnancy, Prevalence

Abstract

Background: Anemia is a leading contributor to maternal mortality in India. Early identification and timely intervention during pregnancy can help prevent adverse health outcomes. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women and identify associated socio-demographic and obstetric factors.

Methodology: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted among pregnant women. Based on a reported prevalence of 62.6% from NFHS-5 data, a sample size of 239 was calculated. For simplicity and completeness, a total of 250 samples were included in the study. Participants were selected using systematic random sampling, and data were collected using a pretested proforma from Obstretic and Gynecology OPD. Descriptive statistics were applied to determine the prevalence and severity of anaemia, and statistical tests were conducted to assess associations.

Results: The prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women was 78.8%. Moderate anaemia was observed in 66.5% of cases, mild anaemia in 28.9%, and severe anaemia in 4.6%. Significant associations were found between anaemia and factors such as education level, locality, social class, husband’s education, pregnancy interval, and complications in previous pregnancies.

Conclusions: A high prevalence of anaemia was observed among pregnant women, with multiple contributing factors identified. Comprehensive interventions, including counselling, screening, and health education, are recommended to address and reduce the high burden of anaemia in this population.

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