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Etiology-specific incidence and mortality of diarrheal diseases in the African region: a systematic review and meta-analysis

202440 citationsOpen accessUniversity of Lagos

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Abstract

These findings provide new information on the incidence and mortality of sixteen pathogens and highlight the need for surveillance and control of diarrheal infectious diseases in Africa. The cause-specific estimates are crucial for prioritizing diarrheal disease prevention in the region.

Research topics

  • Child Nutrition and Water Access
  • Viral gastroenteritis research and epidemiology
  • Global Health and Epidemiology

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DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-19334-8

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