Global prevalence and predictors of scabies among prisoners: systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Scabies is a widespread issue in prisons due to overcrowded living conditions and limited healthcare resources. A recent study published in the Journal of Infection and Public Health discovered that the prevalence of scabies varies greatly among prisoners in different regions and facilities. This review aimed to determine the global prevalence and predictors of scabies among prisoners by conducting a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Methods

We followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis checklist to report the findings of our systematic review and meta-analysis. Relevant databases including PubMed, Cochrane Library, ScienceDirect, and other grey literature databases were used to search and retrieve articles. The study incl

SUBMITTER: Delie AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11251225 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature