Differences in risk factors associated with single and multiple concurrent forms of undernutrition (stunting, wasting or underweight) among children under 5 in Bangladesh: a nationally representative cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The study aims to differentiate the risk factors of single and multiple concurrent forms of undernutrition among children under 5 in Bangladesh.

Design

A nationally representative cross-sectional study.

Setting

Bangladesh.

Respondents

Children age under 5 years of age.

Outcome measure

This study considered two dichotomous outcomes: single form (children without single form and with single form) and multiple concurrent forms (children without multiple forms and with multiple forms) of undernutrition.

Statistical analysis

Adjusted OR (AOR) and CI of potential risk factors were calculated using logistic regression analysis.

Results

Around 38.2% of children under 5 in Bangladesh are suffering from undernutrition. The prevalence of mu

SUBMITTER: Chowdhury MRK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8672009 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature