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Impact of Iron Deficiency Anemia on Neurobehavioral and Cognitive Development in Children Aged 6 to 24 Months
Led by Pingshan District Maternal & Child Healthcare Hospital of Shenzhen · Updated on 2024-10-28
1000
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
182 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
The goal of this observational study is to explore the relationship between iron-deficiency anemia and neurobehavioral development in children aged 6-24 months. This study focuses on children who undergo health check-ups and blood tests at pediatric health clinics in Pingshan District, Shenzhen, China. The main questions it aims to answer are: How does iron-deficiency anemia affect children's neurobehavioral development, including motor skills, language ability, and social behavior? How does anemia influence growth and nutrition, such as weight, height, and body mass index (BMI) in children? Participants will: Undergo blood tests (including hemoglobin levels, serum ferritin, and serum iron) to assess anemia status. Be assessed using the "Neuropsychological Behavioral Development Scale for Children Aged 0-6" to measure motor, cognitive, language, and social development. Provide general health information, such as birth history, feeding methods, and parental details, through interviews with trained surveyors. Researchers will compare children with and without iron-deficiency anemia to determine differences in neurobehavioral outcomes and development levels. The findings aim to provide evidence for early interventions to prevent the negative impacts of anemia and support children's healthy development.
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Official Title
Impact of Iron Deficiency Anemia on Neurobehavioral and Cognitive Development in Children Aged 6 to 24 Months
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Children aged 6 to 24 months at the time of enrollment
- Diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia or confirmed non-anemic based on blood tests
- Resident in the study area for at least 6 months before enrollment
- Parental or guardian consent to participate and willingness to follow study protocols
- Completion of baseline neurodevelopmental and physical growth assessments
You will not qualify if you...
- Having congenital or chronic illnesses affecting neurodevelopment, such as Down syndrome or cerebral palsy
- History of severe infections or trauma within 3 months before enrollment
- Using medications or treatments affecting iron metabolism, like iron supplements or blood transfusions in the last 6 months
- Premature birth before 37 weeks gestation or low birth weight under 2,500 grams
- Parental refusal to consent or failure to comply with study procedures
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Shenzhen Pingshan District Maternity & Child Healthcare Hospital, Department of Child Healthcare
Shenzhen, China/Guangdong, China, 518118
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Research Team
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Moujinsong Project Manager, M.Sc
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
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Number of Arms
2
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