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A systematic review of risk factors for mortality among tuberculosis patients in South Africa
BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis (TB)-associated mortality in South Africa remains high. This review aimed to systematically assess risk factors associated with death …
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Association between sociodemographic factors and mobility limitation among older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol
BACKGROUND: Mobility is an independent predictor of physical functionality, healthy ageing, and quality of life. Various literatures have associated mobility …
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Interventions to improve the detection of depression in primary healthcare: systematic review
BACKGROUND: Several studies have been conducted on the effect of interventions on the detection of depression in primary healthcare (PHC). …
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Use of digital technology to give and receive feedback in clinical training: a scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Feedback is vital to improving trainee competencies in medical education. The challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic related to …
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Protocol for a scoping review of potential vaccine candidates predicted by VaxiJen for different viral pathogens between 2017–2021
BACKGROUND: Vaccination is essential for the prevention of infectious diseases and has helped to reduce disease-related mortality, such as pneumonia. …
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Implementation of medicines pricing policies in sub-Saharan Africa: systematic review
BACKGROUND: High medicine prices contribute to increasing cost of healthcare worldwide. Many patients with limited resources in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) …
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Mapping research evidence on quality of life in children with atopic dermatitis in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, debilitating disease affecting children worldwide. Several studies have shown the disease to be …
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Effectiveness of school-based interventions for preventing tobacco smoking initiation among young people in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review protocol
BACKGROUND: Despite the commendable progress made globally in tobacco control, the world is falling short of achieving a 30% relative …
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Prevalence and incidence of carbapenem-resistant K. pneumoniae colonization: systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Klebsiella pneumoniae is a gram-negative rod belonging to the order Enterobacterales and having a wide distribution in the …
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Correction: The incidence of TB and MDR-TB in pediatrics and therapeutic options: a systematic review
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Patient journey and resources mapping to implement a praziquantel mass drug administration program for children aged 5 years and below in resource-limited settings
BACKGROUND: The early childhood development of millions of children in some low- and medium-income countries may be compromised by schistosomiasis …
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Suboptimal blood pressure control and its associated factors among people living with diabetes mellitus in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Suboptimal blood pressure control among people living with diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the primary causes of …
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The prevalence of insufficient iodine intake in pregnancy in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Fortification of foodstuffs with iodine, mainly through iodization of salt, which commenced in several African countries after 1995 is …
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Efficacy and safety of wound infiltration modalities for postoperative pain management after cesarean section: a systematic review and network meta-analysis protocol
BACKGROUND: Postoperative pain after a cesarean section has negative consequences for the mother during the postoperative period. Over the years, …
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Mapping research evidence on perinatal asphyxia within the sustainable development era in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Approximately 45% of all under-five child deaths are among newborn infants, babies in their first 28 days of life, …
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The incidence of TB and MDR-TB in pediatrics and therapeutic options: a systematic review
BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis (TB) is considered one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide and the leading cause of death …
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Hurdles to developing and scaling remote patients’ health management tools and systems: a scoping review
BACKGROUND: Despite all the excitement and hype generated regarding the expected transformative impact of digital technology on the healthcare industry, …
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A systematic review of economic evaluations of cervical cancer screening methods
OBJECTIVE: The aims of this systematic review were to (1) identify primary- and model-based economic evaluations of cervical cancer screening …
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Sexual and reproductive health services during outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics in sub-Saharan Africa: a literature scoping review
BACKGROUND: The COVID-19 pandemic could worsen adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH). We sought evidence on the indirect impacts of …
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Mapping research evidence on implementation of the WHO ‘best buys’ and other interventions for the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: The rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is a global health concern. To reduce the burden of morbidity, mortality …