The prevalence of pelvic organ prolapse and associated factors in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) affects millions of women globally, with resource-limited countries, such as Ethiopia, carrying the highest burden. Previously, the prevalence of POP was estimated using seven studies. However, this study lacks generalization because of the limited number of studies and low geographical representation. In total, 12 additional primary studies were conducted after this review, and their reported prevalence was significantly variable across the studies. In addition, different new factors were reported in the primary studies. Therefore, this study aimed to update the pooled prevalence of POP and its associated factors in Ethiopia.

Methods

This study was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Me

SUBMITTER: Addisu D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10354282 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature