UMA MAHESWARI B,YOGALAKSHMI E,DR.V. RAMYA
DOI: https://doi.org/Anaemia remains a significant public health concern among paediatric populations, particularly in hospitalized children presenting with diverse systemic illnesses. This retrospective study aims to evaluate the prevalence of anaemia among paediatric patients admitted to a tertiary care hospital and its distribution across different genders and underlying medical conditions. Data were collected from medical records at Saveetha Hospital, comprising 150 children under 15 years of age who were hospitalized for various diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. The haemoglobin levels of the participants were analyzed, revealing an average haemoglobin concentration of 11.78 g%. Anaemia was defined as per the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria, and the study identified that 23% of the participants exhibited anaemia, with varying degrees of severity. The prevalence was further examined in relation to gender distribution and the presence of systemic diseases, including respiratory infections, gastrointestinal disorders, and febrile illnesses. The study underscores the need for early screening and intervention strategies to address anaemia in paediatric inpatients, as untreated anaemia can contribute to adverse clinical outcomes, prolonged hospital stays, and increased morbidity. The findings highlight the necessity of incorporating routine haematological assessments in hospitalized children to facilitate timely diagnosis and management. Future research should focus on exploring the etiological factors contributing to anaemia in this demographic, with an emphasis on nutritional deficiencies, chronic infections, and genetic predispositions. A multidisciplinary approach involving paediatricians, haematologists, and nutritionists is essential to mitigate the burden of anaemia in hospitalized children.
