Evidence map of knowledge translation strategies, outcomes, facilitators and barriers in African health systems.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The need for research-based knowledge to inform health policy formulation and implementation is a chronic global concern impacting health systems functioning and impeding the provision of quality healthcare for all. This paper provides a systematic overview of the literature on knowledge translation (KT) strategies employed by health system researchers and policy-makers in African countries.

Methods

Evidence mapping methodology was adapted from the social and health sciences literature and used to generate a schema of KT strategies, outcomes, facilitators and barriers. Four reference databases were searched using defined criteria. Studies were screened and a searchable database containing 62 eligible studies was compiled using Microsoft Access. Frequency and thema

SUBMITTER: Edwards A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6367796 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature