Ethiopian residents' knowledge and attitude towards blood donation and its associated factors: systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Despite the existence of numerous blood donation centers globally, there remains a significant gap between the demand and supply of blood. In Ethiopia, replacement blood donation is more common than voluntary donation. The National Blood Bank of Ethiopia collects approximately 200,000 units of blood each year, while the daily requirement is 18,000 units. Donors' knowledge and attitudes are vital for ensuring a steady blood supply. This systematic review and meta-analysis sought to evaluate the knowledge and attitudes of Ethiopian residents regarding blood donation and the factors influencing them.

Methods

Relevant research articles were identified through searches of various databases. Data extraction and organization were performed using Microsoft Excel, and th

SUBMITTER: Getie A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11585100 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature