scholarly journals Prevalence of hypertension and its risk factor among cotton textile workers in low-and-middle-income countries: A systematic review protocol

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naureen Ali ◽  
Anam Feroz
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
High Risk Population ◽  
Cotton Textile ◽  
Textile Workers ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Low And Middle Income

Abstract Background: Cotton workers are exposed to various hazards in the textile industry that might result in different ailments including hypertension (HTN). However, few attempts have been made to systematically review the prevalence of hypertension and its risk factor among cotton textile workers in low-and-middle-income countries (LMICs). The objective of this study will be to evaluate the prevalence of hypertension and its risk factors among adult cotton textile workers in low- and middle-income countries. Methods: We designed and registered a study protocol for a systematic review of descriptive epidemiology data. We will include observational studies (e.g. cross-sectional, cohort, surveys) on the epidemiology of hypertension among adult cotton textile workers in low- and middle-income countries. The primary outcome will be the prevalence of hypertension. Secondary outcomes will be the prevalence of risk factors of hypertension. Literature searches will be conducted in multiple electronic databases (from January 2000 onwards), including PubMed/MEDLINE, CINAHL, Science Direct, and Cochrane Library. Grey literature will be identified through searching conference abstracts, thesis dissertations and public repositories. Two investigators will independently screen all citations, full-text articles, and abstract data. The study methodological quality (or bias) will be appraised using an appropriate tool. If feasible, we will conduct random effects meta-analysis. Additional analyses will be conducted to explore the potential sources of heterogeneity (e.g. age, gender, years of service, textile department). Discussion: This review will highlight the proportion of hypertension along with its risk factor among cotton textile workers in LMICs. Given that, some of the factors can be prevented in this high-risk population, we will call on health, experts to prioritize policies and commission and conduct programs to support the improvement in their health. This systematic review will identify, evaluate and integrate evidence on the prevalence and risk factors of hypertension among adult cotton textile workers in low- and middle-income countries. Our findings will be made publicly available in a repository and published in a peer-reviewed journalSystematic Review Registration: The present protocol has been registered within the PROSPERO database (registration ID: CRD42020167175)

scholarly journals Prevalence of hypertension and its risk factor among cotton textile workers in low-and-middle-income countries: A systematic review protocol

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naureen Ali ◽  
Anam Feroz
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
High Risk ◽  
High Risk Population ◽  
Cotton Textile ◽  
Textile Workers ◽  
Risk Population ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Low And Middle Income

Abstract Background: Cotton workers are exposed to various hazards in the textile industry that might result in different ailments including hypertension (HTN). However, few attempts have been made to systematically review the prevalence of hypertension and its risk factor among cotton textile workers in low-and-middle-income countries (LMICs). This review aims to identify the factors and burden of hypertension; considering that modifiable factors can be prevented in this high risk population. Methods: We will carry out the systematic literature search on the major electronic databases including PubMed, CINAHL Plus, Science Direct, and Cochrane between January 2000 and December 2019, to identify the prevalence and incidence along with risk factors of hypertension in adults’ cotton textile workers in LMIC. Two researchers will independently search the databases. The search strategy will be piloted to ensure sufficient specificity and sensitivity. We will limit the search findings to human studies conducted in the adult workers. Discussion: This review will highlight the proportion of hypertension along with its risk factor among cotton textile workers in LMICs. Given that, some of the factors can be prevented in this high-risk population, we will call on health, experts to prioritize policies and commission and conduct programs to support the improvement in their health. The findings of this review will be made publicly available and the results will be disseminated via presentations and peer-reviewed publications Conclusion: The review provides detailed information about the prevalence and risk factors of hypertension that will help to progress the health of cotton workers in LMICs.

scholarly journals Prevalence of hypertension and its risk factor among textile workers in low-and-middle-income countries: A systematic review protocol

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naureen Ali ◽  
Anam Feroz
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
High Risk ◽  
High Risk Population ◽  
Textile Workers ◽  
Risk Population ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Modifiable Factors ◽  
Low And Middle Income

Abstract BackgroundTextile workers are exposed to various hazards in the textile industry that might result in different ailments including hypertension (HTN). However, few attempts have been made to systematically review the prevalence of hypertension and its risk factor among textile workers in low-and-middle-income countries (LMICs). This review aims to identify the factors and burden of hypertension; considering that modifiable factors can be prevented in this high risk population.MethodsWe will carry out the systematic literature search on the major electronic databases including PubMed, CINAHL Plus, Science Direct, and Cochrane between January 2000 and December 2019, to identify the prevalence and incidence along with risk factors of hypertension in adults’ textile workers in LMIC. Two researchers will independently search the databases. The search strategy will be piloted to ensure sufficient specificity and sensitivity. We will limit the search findings to human studies conducted in the adult workers.DiscussionThis review will highlight the proportion of hypertension along with its risk factor among textile workers in LMICs. Given that, some of the factors can be prevented in this high-risk population, we will call on health, experts to prioritize policies and commission and conduct programs to support the improvement in their health. The findings of this review will be made publicly available and the results will be disseminated via presentations and peer-reviewed publicationsConclusionThe review provides detailed information about the prevalence and risk factors of hypertension that will help to progress the health of textile workers in LMICs.

scholarly journals Seroprevalence of SARS CoV-2 infection in Low and Middle-Income Countries and risk classification in the context of rolling out vaccine candidate across these countries : Protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin Ackah ◽  
Louise Ameyaw ◽  
Kwadwo Owusu Akuffo ◽  
Cynthia Osei Yeboah ◽  
Nana Esi Wood ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Vaccine Candidate ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Research Database ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Low Middle Income Countries ◽  
Low And Middle Income

Abstract Background Seroprevalence of SARS Cov-2 provides a good indication of the extent of exposure and spread in the population, as well as those likely to benefit from a vaccine candidate. To date, there is no published or ongoing systematic review on the seroprevalence of COVID-19 in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). This systematic review and meta-analysis will estimate SARS Cov-2 seroprevalence and the risk factors for SARS Cov-2 infection in LMICs.Methods We will search PubMed, EMBASE, WHO COVID-19 Global research database, Google Scholar, the African Journals Online, LILAC, HINARI, medRxiv, bioRxiv and Cochrane Library for potentially useful studies on seroprevalence of COVID-19 in LMICs from December 2019 to December 2020 without language restriction. Two authors will independently screen all the articles, select studies based on pre-specified eligibility criteria and extract data using a pre-tested data extraction form. Any disagreements will be resolved through discussion between the authors. The pooled seroprevalence of SARS CoV-2 for people from LMICs will be calculated. Random effects model will be used in case of substantial heterogeneity in the included studies, otherwise fixed-effect model will be used. A planned subgroup, sensitivity and meta-regression analyses will be performed. For comparative studies, the analyses will be performed using Review Manager v 5.4; otherwise, STATA 16 will be used. All effect estimates will be presented with their confidence intervals.Discussion The study will explore and systematically review empirical evidence on SARS Cov-2 seroprevalence in LMICs, and to assess the risk factors for SARS Cov-2 infection in Low Middle Income Countries in the context of rolling out vaccines in these countries. Finally, explore risk classifications to help with the rolling out of vaccines in LMICs.Systematic review registration: The protocol for this review has been registered in PROSPERO (CRD422020221548).

scholarly journals Effect of rural-to-urban within-country migration on cardiovascular risk factors in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review

Heart ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 98 (3) ◽  
pp. 185-194 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adrián V Hernández ◽  
Vinay Pasupuleti ◽  
Abhishek Deshpande ◽  
Antonio Bernabé-Ortiz ◽  
J Jaime Miranda
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Cardiovascular Risk ◽  
Cardiovascular Risk Factors ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Low And Middle Income

scholarly journals Evidence Based Dentistry among Dentists in Low and Middle Income Countries: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 129-136
Author(s):  
Irene Kida Minja ◽  
Edda Tandi Lwoga
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Hand Search ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Evidence Based Dentistry ◽  
Low And Middle Income

Purpose of this systematic review was to bring together studies of evidence-based practice among dentists in low- and middle-income countries, where its use has been reported to be limited. The protocol was registered in PROSPERO. Methodology: We searched the evidence (in English only) from medical databases including PubMed, EBSCO, The Cochrane Library, CINAHL, ScienceDirect, HINARI summon, and SCOPUS and Web of Science via Research4Life, grey literature, hand search from relevant articles, and augmented results on Google scholar.Published reports were retrieved from relevant websites and organizations. Studies included those that looked at key factors that facilitate or hinder Evidence Based Dentistry (EBD), as well as outcomes in terms of: knowledge, attitudes and skills of EB practice among dentists; and the methodology used and their relevance in future EBD strategies.Main focus was on dentists, as practitioners and faculty members. Studies on students and non-dental personnel were excluded.Findings:A total of 4568 records were retrieved and five potentially relevant articles were selected after title/abstract screening. Two articles were excluded after full text screening, and therefore Three papers were included in this review. The studies report limited knowledge,unsatisfactory attitude towards EBD and lowpractice of EBD and use of scientific evidence databases. None of the studies reported implementation of EBD nor evaluation thereof. The main barriers that constrained application of EBD ranged from lack of interest to infrastructural limitations. Originality: The current review showed that there is a need to strategised implementation of EBD in this region.

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