Systematic review on the cost of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Implemented in 17 countries to date, seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) is a recommended strategy to prevent childhood malaria in areas with seasonal transmission of P. falciparum through monthly administration of antimalarial medicines. Understanding the costs and resource requirements of SMC delivery is necessary for effective planning and resource allocation. This systematic literature review aims to assess the evidence on the cost and cost-effectiveness of SMC delivery.

Methods

Following PRISMA guidelines, five databases were systematically reviewed to identify evidence on SMC costs and cost-effectiveness published between 2012 and 2023. Studies with defined costing methodologies and cost output measures were included, excluding those relying solely on mat

SUBMITTER: Ruisch A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11657606 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature