The Relationship Between Anemia and Chronic Energy Deficiency (Kek) In Pregnant Women at The Talun Public Health Center, Cirebon District In 2024
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Background:Anemia during pregnancy remains a major public health problem that contributes to increased maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. One of the contributing risk factors is Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED), a condition characterized by prolonged inadequate intake of energy and essential nutrients, which may impair hemoglobin synthesis. In Indonesia, the prevalence of anemia among pregnant women remains high, reaching approximately 44.1% based on national health data. Pregnant women with CED are at a higher risk of developing anemia; therefore, it is important to investigate the relationship between these two conditions. Objective: To determine the prevalence of anemia and Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) and to analyze the association between anemia and CED among pregnant women at Talun Community Health Center, Cirebon Regency, in 2024. Methods: This analytical observational study employed a cross-sectional design. A total of 89 pregnant women were included using a total sampling technique. Data were obtained from the medical records of pregnant women at Talun Community Health Center, Cirebon Regency, in 2024. Univariate analysis was presented as frequency distributions and percentages, while bivariate analysis was performed using the Chi-square test with a significance level of p<0.05. Results: Of the 89 respondents, 18 (20.2%) had anemia and 26 (29.2%) had CED. Among pregnant women with anemia, 16 had CED and 2 did not. The Chi-square test demonstrated a statistically significant association between anemia and CED (p=0.001). Conclusion: There was a significant association between Chronic Energy Deficiency and anemia among pregnant women at Tafhun Community Health Center, Cirebon Regency, in 2024. Early detection through mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) measurement, routine hemoglobin screening, nutritional education, and monitoring adherence to iron supplementation should be strengthened as part of antenatal care services.
Keywords:
Anemia, Chronic Energy Deficiency, CED, Pregnant Women, Mid-Upper Arm Circumference and Cross-Sectional Study.References
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