Exploring how iron deficiency anemia affects child development in young children

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the impact of iron deficiency anemia on neurobehavioral and cognitive development in children aged 6 to 24 months. Conducted in pediatric health clinics in Pingshan District, Shenzhen, China, the study will assess children through blood tests to determine anemia status and evaluate their neurodevelopment using a standardized scale. The research aims to understand how anemia influences motor skills, language ability, social behavior, and overall growth metrics such as weight and height.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Children aged 6 to 24 months at the time of enrollment
* Diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia (for the exposure group) or confirmed
* non-anemic status (for the control group) based on blood test results
* Resident in the study area for at least 6 months prior to enrollment
* Availability of parental or guardian consent to participate in the study and willingness to follow study protocols
* Completion of all baseline assessments, including neurodevelopmental and physical growth evaluations

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of congenital or chronic illnesses that could affect
* neurodevelopment, such as Down syndrome or cerebral palsy.
* History of severe infections or trauma within 3 months prior to enrollment that
* could influence neurodevelopmental outcomes
* Current use of medications or treatments that may interfere with iron metabolism (e.g., iron supplementation or blood transfusions in the last 6 months)
* Premature birth (before 37 weeks of gestation) or low birth weight (\< 2,500 grams)
* Parental refusal to provide consent or non-compliance with study procedures.

Where it's running

• Shenzhen Pingshan District Maternity & Child Healthcare Hospital, Department of Child Healthcare
  Shenzhen, China/Guangdong, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Moujinsong Project Manager, M.Sc
• Email: 582260375@qq.com
• Phone: +86 075528799171

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.