Prevalence and determinants of vitamin D deficiency among pregnant women in Gondar Town 2024: a cross-sectional study from the first and second trimesters.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy is a global health concern, contributing to adverse maternal and fetal outcomes. Despite its importance, limited data exist on vitamin D status and its determinants among pregnant women in Ethiopia. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and determinants of vitamin D deficiency among pregnant women in their first and second trimesters in Gondar Town, Ethiopia, 2024.

Design and setting

A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted at the antenatal care unit of University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital from January to March 2024.

Methods

Eligible participants were selected using a simple random sampling technique. Sociodemographic, behavioural and clinical data were collected through structured ques

SUBMITTER: Chane E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12551514 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature