The scope of tobacco cessation randomized controlled trials in low- to middle-income countries: protocol for a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Tobacco consumption is the leading cause of preventable death globally. The global mortality burden of tobacco use lies predominantly in low- to middle-income countries (LMICs). There is much evidence on the effectiveness of tobacco cessation RCTs in high-income nations. However, the evidence base in LMICs is far more limited. To effectively design randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that mitigate tobacco-related harms in LMICs, further understanding of RCTs in this environment will be helpful. We will provide quality evidence regarding the scope of tobacco cessation RCTs in LMICs.

Methods

A scoping review of tobacco cessation RCTs will be conducted. MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, Global Health, Web of Science and Sociological Abstracts will be searched to capture cur

SUBMITTER: Kumar N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7171801 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature