Stunting, Wasting and Underweight in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Child undernutrition is a major public health problem. One third of all undernourished children globally reside in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The aim of this study was to systematically review studies to determine the factors associated with stunting, wasting and underweight in SSA and contribute to the existing body of evidence needed for the formulation of effective interventions. Methods: This systematic review was conducted using the 2015 Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. Five computerized bibliographic databases were searched: Scopus, PubMed, PsycINFO, CINAHL and Embase. The included studies were rated using eight quality-appraisal criteria derived from the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational studies in Epidem

SUBMITTER: Akombi BJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5580567 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature