Prevalence and determinants of anaemia in children aged 6-59 months in Africa: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Anaemia, especially in children aged <5 years, is a global health problem disproportionately affecting populations in low-income and middle-income countries. It is associated with high disability and death rates and has a negative effect on development. This study seeks to evaluate the prevalence and determinants of anaemia in children aged 6-59 months residing in Africa.

Methods and analysis

This protocol was prepared using the 2015 Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses for Protocols guidelines. Relevant citations will be identified by searching EMBASE, Web of Science, PubMed, Global Medicus Index and African Journals Online from inception to 30 September 2019 with no language restrictions. Two authors will independently screen and

SUBMITTER: Simo LP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7199940 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature