Protocol for a systematic review on tertiary prevention interventions for patients with stroke in African countries.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Stroke is one of the common causes of mortality, morbidity and years of life lost worldwide. Baseline research on stroke epidemiology, prevention, acute and rehabilitative interventions in Africa is necessary to approach specific contexts and regional circumstances. Most studies on stroke have been conducted in high-income countries. This protocol describes the methodology to summarise the best available evidence on tertiary preventive strategies like rehabilitation interventions for patients with stroke in African contexts.

Methods and analysis

We will include experimental studies and prospective cohort studies conducted in African countries. A protocol has been registered in PROSPERO. Systematic search will include eight electronic databases (MEDLINE, Embase,

SUBMITTER: Kroeber ES 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7488840 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature