Serum dosage of vitamin D in women during gynecologic control

Abstract

Introduction: Vitamin D is a necessary factor for the development and maintenance of bone tissue, and normal calcium and phosphorus homeostasis. We live in a time when vitamin D deficiency (VDD) can be considered an epidemic; knowing its levels in women is essential, considering the menstrual cycle and the arrival of menopause, which can determine serious complications. Methods: A total of 87 patients treated by the Barbacena School of Medicine was studied. All patients underwent vitamin D dosing; the chosen method was Elecsys Vitamin D. The results were compared with clinical, gynecological, and epidemiological aspects. Results: The average vitamin D was 31.18}13.25, and 17.45% of the patients had low or extremely low average vitamin D. There was no association between serum vitamin D dosage and age (p=0.3), number of pregnancies (p=0.4), number of deliveries (p=0.2), and abortions (p=0.14). There was no association with sun exposure, milk and dairy products consumption, or sunscreen use (p>0.05), but there was an association when comparing good milk consumption with non-milk consumption (p=0.03). Conclusions: Present data are important because they identify vitamin D deficiency in a considerable percentage of the adult female population.