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The distribution of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among nurses in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Although measures have been put in place, musculoskeletal injuries are noticeable high among the nursing fraternity with low back …
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Sero-prevalence of syphilis and associated factors among pregnant women in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Syphilis remained a major cause of reproductive morbidity and poor pregnancy outcomes in developing countries. Previously, studies showed inconsistent …
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Prevalence of hypertension in Ghanaian society: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and GRADE assessment
BACKGROUND: Hypertension has become an important public health concern in the developing world owing to rising prevalence and its adverse …
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Sputum colour as a marker for bacteria in acute exacerbations of COPD: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a major cause of years of life lost globally. Acute exacerbations of COPD …
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Mapping evidence on management of cervical cancer in sub-Saharan Africa: scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Cancer is a non-communicable disease and is the number 2 leading cause of death globally. Among all cancers, cervical …
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Post-abortion family planning use, method preference, and its determinant factors in Eastern Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Utilization of post-abortion family planning is very critical to reduce high levels of unintended pregnancy, which is the root …
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Dzherelo (Immunoxel) as adjunctive therapy to standard antituberculosis treatment in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials
BACKGROUND: Dzherelo (Immunoxel) is one of the few approved immunomodulators that has been shown to produce positive treatment outcomes in …
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Evidence on collaboration of traditional and biomedical practitioners in the management of antimicrobial resistance in sub-Saharan Africa over 15 years: a systematic review protocol
BACKGROUND: The overuse of prescribed antimicrobials, concurrent use of traditional medicine, and prescribed antimicrobials have led to antimicrobial resistance. The …
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Mapping evidence on standards and quality of care for older persons in long-term care facilities: a scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Ageing is a global and universal process that results in physiological, psychological and behavioural changes. Due to the changing …
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Effect of community-based interventions targeting female sex workers along the HIV care cascade in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Female sex workers are extremely vulnerable and highly susceptible to being infected with human immunodeficiency virus. As a result, …
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A systematic and meta-analysis review on the diagnostic accuracy of antibodies in the serological diagnosis of COVID-19
BACKGROUND: Serological testing based on different antibody types are an alternative method being used to diagnose SARS-CoV-2 and has the …
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Mapping evidence on ovarian, endometrial, vaginal, and vulva cancer research in Africa: a scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Globally, cancer is generally recognized as a developmental threat yet most countries in Africa lack capacity to diagnose cancer …
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Mapping evidence on the distribution of the costs associated with cancer of prostate, cervix, and female breast in the sub-Saharan Africa: protocol for a scoping review
BACKGROUND: Despite the well-documented information on cancer prevention and management, among noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), globally, cancer continues to be the …
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Determinants of adolescent substance use in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol
BACKGROUND: Adolescent substance use continues to be a growing major public health concern in Africa. Recent studies infer an overall …
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The incubation period during the pandemic of COVID-19: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background The aim of our study was to determine through a systematic review and meta-analysis the incubation period of …
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Normative beliefs and values that shape care-seeking behaviours for skilled birth attendance (SBA) during birthing by mothers in Africa: a scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Skilled birth attendance (SBA) during delivery has been associated with improved maternal health outcome. However, low utilisation of SBA …
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The effect of age on the incidence of COVID-19 complications: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic was reported from Wuhan, China, on December 31, 2019, and the pandemic was spread …
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Obstructed labor and its association with adverse feto-maternal outcome in Ethiopia: a protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis
BACKGROUND: Obstructed labor accounted for 22% of obstetrical complications and 9% of all maternal deaths in low- and middle-income countries. …
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Mapping evidence of depression in HIV-seropositive MSM in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review protocol
BACKGROUND: Depression is one of the most prevalent mental disorders among an estimated 25.6 million people living with HIV (PLHIV) …
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A mega-aggregation framework synthesis of the barriers and facilitators to linkage, adherence to ART and retention in care among people living with HIV
BACKGROUND: People living with human immunodeficiency virus (PLHIV) struggle with the challenges of living with a chronic disease and integrating …