Pediatric post-discharge mortality in resource-poor countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Under-five mortality remains concentrated in resource-poor countries. Post-discharge mortality is becoming increasingly recognized as a significant contributor to overall child mortality. With a substantial recent expansion of research and novel data synthesis methods, this study aims to update the current evidence base by providing a more nuanced understanding of the burden and associated risk factors of pediatric post-discharge mortality after acute illness.

Methods

Eligible studies published between January 1, 2017 and January 31, 2023, were retrieved using MEDLINE, Embase, and CINAHL databases. Studies published before 2017 were identified in a previous review and added to the total pool of studies. Only studies from countries with low or low-middle Socio-Demo

SUBMITTER: Knappett M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10776442 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature