Prevalence and factors associated with anaemia in malnourished children seen at Saint Camille Hospital in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

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Résumé

Background: Anaemia remains a major public health concern in Burkina Faso. particularly among malnourished children. Despite its widespread impact. limited research has explored its prevalence and associated factors in this vulnerable group. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of anaemia and identify contributing factors among malnourished children aged 6 to 59 months prior to any nutritional intervention.
Method: A prospective study was conducted from February to March 2021 involving 139 systematically recruited children at Saint Camille Hospital in Ouagadougou. Data collection included structured questionnaires and blood sampling. Anthropometric measurements and statistical analyses were performed using ENA and SPSS software.
Results: The prevalence of anaemia was 73.4%. Significant associated factors included low maternal education (p=0.046). father's occupation (p=0.017). underweight status (p=0.001). acute malnutrition (p=0.043). and low dietary diversity score (p=0.021).
Conclusions: These findings highlight the multifactorial nature of anaemia. influenced by both nutritional and sociodemographic determinants. Strengthening iron supplementation and nutrition education programs is urgently needed to address anaemia among malnourished children and improve child health outcomes in Burkina Faso.

Mots-clés

Infantile anemia, prevalence, malnutrition, ouagadougou, Burkina faso