Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in Saudi Arabia: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT: Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) pose a significant public health challenge in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), where epidemiological data remain scarce. These diseases disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, leading to chronic morbidity and economic burdens. Understanding their distribution and burden is crucial for effective public health interventions. This study aimed to systematically evaluate the prevalence, distribution, and etiological patterns of NTDs in KSA, identifying key research gaps and informing future policy directions. A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted on peer-reviewed studies published between 1950 and 2024 that investigated NTDs in humans in KSA. Ninety-four articles met the inclusion cri

SUBMITTER: Alshahrani NZ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11893951 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature