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Magnitude and Correlates of Anemia in Elderly Women of a Resettlement Colony of Delhi

Background: Anemia of any degree contributes significantly to morbidity and mortality and has a significant effect on the quality of life of elderly women. Despite its clinical importance, anemia in the elderly women is underrecognized. Objectives: The objective of this study was to assess the magni...

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Published in:Journal of mid-life health 2018-01, Vol.9 (1), p.21-25
Main Authors: Singh, Tulika, Nagesh, S, Ray, T
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Language:English
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Summary:Background: Anemia of any degree contributes significantly to morbidity and mortality and has a significant effect on the quality of life of elderly women. Despite its clinical importance, anemia in the elderly women is underrecognized. Objectives: The objective of this study was to assess the magnitude and correlates of anemia in elderly women of a resettlement colony of Delhi. Materials and Methods: A community-based, cross-sectional study for the duration of 1 year was conducted among 512 geriatric women (≥60 years). Demographic characteristics, dietary assessment, and behavioral risk factors were determined by interview, and the participants underwent physical examination followed by hemoglobin estimation by HemoCue. Anemia was defined using the WHO criteria of hemoglobin
ISSN:0976-7800
0976-7819
DOI:10.4103/jmh.JMH_57_17