Association between presence of latrine and unclean child face on the prevalence of active trachoma among children aged 1 to 9 years in low-income setting: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness worldwide, primarily affecting populations in low-income countries with poor sanitation and hygiene conditions. The World Health Organization has set a goal to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem. However, progress towards this goal has been uneven across different regions. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to synthesize the available evidence on the association between the presence of latrine facilities and unclean child faces with the prevalence of active trachoma among children aged 1 to 9 years in low-income country settings. The findings from this study can help guide the design of more targeted interventions to reduce the burden of trachoma in vulnerable populations.

Materials and metho

SUBMITTER: Berhanu L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12331058 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature