Iron deficiency anemia in children with cyanotic congenital heart disease and effect on cyanotic spells

摘要

BackgroundIron deficiency anemia (IDA) in cyanotic congenital heart disease (CCHD) and its association with cyanotic spells has been documented in literature. However, Indian data especially in the pediatric age group is scarce. This study was conducted to find out the prevalence of IDA in this population.