Prevalence, characteristics, and treatment outcomes of migraine headache in Nigeria: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Headache disorders, including migraine, pose a significant burden globally, with varying prevalence rates across different regions. However, research on migraine in Nigeria and other low-income countries is limited. Understanding the prevalence, characteristics, and treatment outcomes of migraine in Nigeria is essential for informing healthcare policies and improving patient care.

Methods

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to synthesize existing literature on migraine prevalence, characteristics, and treatment outcomes in Nigeria. Eligible studies were identified through comprehensive searches of multiple electronic databases and grey literature sources. Studies reporting migraine prevalence, diagnostic criteria, treatment modalities, and outcomes were

SUBMITTER: Aderinto N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11459708 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature