Systematic review and meta-analysis of HIV, HBV and HCV infection prevalence in Sudan.

ABSTRACT: Viral hepatitis constitutes a global health problem; previous studies have affirmed a considerable morbidity and mortality from both acute infections and chronic complications. On the other hand, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection is also of known burden. Determining prevalence measures of these viruses is crucial for establishing appropriate country specific strategies regarding prevention, diagnosis, and containment. This systematic review was aimed to provide pooled seroprevalence estimates of the three viruses in Sudan. Structured review of the literature was conducted to obtain relevant studies published in both national and international databases. After assessment of quality and bias in all proposed studies, 57 prevalence studies were included. Meta-analysis was conducted

SUBMITTER: Badawi MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6157049 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature