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Li M, Jia W, Song J, Ma J, Zhou Y, Han Y, Peng M, Zhou J, Chen X, Li X. Global prevalence and years lived with disability (YLDs) of cataract in 204 countries and territories: findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. Eye (Lond) 2025:10.1038/s41433-025-03743-z. [PMID: 40069427 DOI: 10.1038/s41433-025-03743-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2024] [Revised: 02/15/2025] [Accepted: 02/26/2025] [Indexed: 03/15/2025] Open
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BACKGROUND Cataracts, the leading cause of blindness globally, significantly impair vision and quality of life, particularly among the elderly. Despite advancements in cataract surgery, challenges in accessibility and economic disparities hinder the reduction of cataract burden, especially in low-income regions. This study examines the global prevalence and years lived with disability (YLDs) due to cataracts from 1990 to 2021, providing insights to inform public health strategies. METHODS Utilizing data from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study 2021, we analysed cataract prevalence and YLDs across 204 countries and territories. The estimates were stratified by age, sex, region, and Socio-Demographic Index (SDI) and compared across different time periods. Age-standardized rates (ASRs) and average annual percentage changes (AAPCs) were calculated to evaluate trends. RESULTS From 1990 to 2021, the global YLDs due to cataracts increased from 3.42 million to 6.55 million, a 91.8% rise. Most countries exhibited an increase in YLDs, with notable surges in low-SDI regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. The AAPC for age-standardized prevalence rate (ASPR) was slightly positive globally, while the age-standardized YLD rate (ASYR) showed a decreasing trend, indicating improved cataract management. High-SDI regions experienced minor ASPR increases but significant ASYR reductions, reflecting effective interventions. Conversely, low-SDI regions saw declines in both ASPR and ASYR, though disparities persisted. CONCLUSION The burden of cataracts remains substantial, with significant increases in YLDs driven by aging populations and improved diagnostic capabilities. Effective management strategies have reduced ASYRs, particularly in high-SDI regions. Addressing cataract burden in low-SDI regions requires enhanced healthcare access, targeted public health interventions, and global support. These findings underscore the need for continued investment in cataract prevention and treatment to mitigate the global impact.
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- Min Li
- Department of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Ophthalmology, Renji Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- School of Public Health, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of General Practice, Changfeng Community Health Service Center, Changfeng Street, Putuo District, Shanghai, China
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- The Fifth Clinical College of Medical, Xinxiang Medical University, Henan, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Zhongshan Hospital, Shanghai Medical College of Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Health Management Centre, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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Kengia JT, Kalolo A, Barash D, Chwa C, Hayirli TC, Kapologwe NA, Kinyaga A, Meara JG, Staffa SJ, Zanial N, Alidina S. Research capacity, motivators and barriers to conducting research among healthcare providers in Tanzania's public health system: a mixed methods study. HUMAN RESOURCES FOR HEALTH 2023; 21:73. [PMID: 37670321 PMCID: PMC10478476 DOI: 10.1186/s12960-023-00858-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2022] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Building health research capacity in low- and middle-income countries is essential to achieving universal access to safe, high-quality healthcare. It can enable healthcare workers to conduct locally relevant research and apply findings to strengthen their health delivery systems. However, lack of funding, experience, know-how, and weak research infrastructures hinders their ability. Understanding research capacity, engagement, and contextual factors that either promote or obstruct research efforts by healthcare workers can inform national strategies aimed at building research capacity. METHODS We used a convergent mixed-methods study design to understand research capacity and research engagement of healthcare workers in Tanzania's public health system, including the barriers, motivators, and facilitators to conducting research. Our sample included 462 randomly selected healthcare workers from 45 facilities. We conducted surveys and interviews to capture data in five categories: (1) healthcare workers research capacity; (2) research engagement; (3) barriers, motivators, and facilitators; (4) interest in conducting research; and (5) institutional research capacity. We assessed quantitative and qualitative data using frequency and thematic analysis, respectively; we merged the data to identify recurring and unifying concepts. RESULTS Respondents reported low experience and confidence in quantitative (34% and 28.7%, respectively) and qualitative research methods (34.5% and 19.6%, respectively). Less than half (44%) of healthcare workers engaged in research. Engagement in research was positively associated with: working at a District Hospital or above (p = 0.006), having a university degree or more (p = 0.007), and previous research experience (p = 0.001); it was negatively associated with female sex (p = 0.033). Barriers to conducting research included lack of research funding, time, skills, opportunities to practice, and research infrastructure. Motivators and facilitators included a desire to address health problems, professional development, and local and international collaborations. Almost all healthcare workers (92%) indicated interest in building their research capacity. CONCLUSION Individual and institutional research capacity and engagement among healthcare workers in Tanzania is low, despite high interest for capacity building. We propose a fourfold pathway for building research capacity in Tanzania through (1) high-quality research training and mentorship; (2) strengthening research infrastructure, funding, and coordination; (3) implementing policies and strategies that stimulate engagement; and (4) strengthening local and international collaborations.
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- James T Kengia
- Department of Health, Nutrition Services and Social Welfare, The President's Office Regional Administration and Local Government, P.O Box 1923, Dodoma, Tanzania.
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- Center for Reforms, Innovation, Health Policies and Implementation Research, Dodoma, Tanzania
- Department of Public Health, St Francis University College of Health and Allied Sciences, Ifakara, Tanzania
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- Program in Global Surgery and Social Change, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Program in Global Surgery and Social Change, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Health, Nutrition Services and Social Welfare, The President's Office Regional Administration and Local Government, P.O Box 1923, Dodoma, Tanzania
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- Center for Reforms, Innovation, Health Policies and Implementation Research, Dodoma, Tanzania
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- Program in Global Surgery and Social Change, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Plastic and Oral Surgery, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Paediatrics, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Surgery, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Program in Global Surgery and Social Change, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Program in Global Surgery and Social Change, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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AlMohtasib J, Al-Huneidy L, Taha H, Rayyan R, Mansour S, Samhouri J, Hammouri M, Al-Somadi H, Bedros AW, Al-Omairi J, Abbas R, Abu-usba MI, Al-Ani A. Perceived attitudes and barriers towards medical research: a survey of Jordanian interns, residents, and other postgraduates. KOREAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL EDUCATION 2023; 35:249-261. [PMID: 37670521 PMCID: PMC10493401 DOI: 10.3946/kjme.2023.263] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2023] [Revised: 05/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/07/2023]
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PURPOSE We investigated research barriers among Jordanian medical postgraduates to understand the current context of the local health research landscape and improve scholarly output. METHODS Using a validated questionnaire, Jordanian interns, residents, specialists, and consultants were examined for their perceived attitudes and barriers towards research. Participants were conveniently sampled from public, university, military, and private institutions. Differences in responses were examined using the Student t-test and analysis of variance. Binary logistic regression was utilized to examine predictors of being able to publish. RESULTS A total of 1,141 Jordanian medical postgraduates were recruited, of which 61.3% were junior postgraduates (i.e., interns and residents in their first 2 years of residency) while 38.7% were senior postgraduates (i.e., senior residents, specialists, and consultants). Around 76.0% of participants had no peer-reviewed publications. Of those with least one publication (n=273), only 31.1% had first authorships. Participants portrayed dominantly positive attitudes towards the importance of research. There were no significant differences between junior and senior postgraduates for overall attitudes (p=0.486) and knowledge barriers scores (p=0.0261). Conversely, senior postgraduates demonstrated higher mean organizational barriers (p<0.001). Seniority (odds ratio [OR], 5.268; 95% confidence interval [CI], 3.341-8.307), age (OR, 1.087; 95% CI, 1.019-1.159), academic standing (OR, 1.730; 95% CI, 1.103-2.715), and confidence (OR, 1.086; 95% CI, 1.009-1.169) were positive predictors of publication in peer reviewed journals. CONCLUSION The Jordanian medical research landscape is riddled with all forms of different barriers. The reworking of current and integration of new research training programs are of utmost importance.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Public Health and Clinical Skills, Faculty of Medicine, The Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan
- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
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- School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- School of Medicine, The Hashemite University, Zarqa, Amman, Jordan
- Department of Internal Medicine, Al-Bashir Hospital, Amman, Jordan
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- School of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Office of Scientific Affairs and Research, King Hussein Cancer Center, Amman, Jordan
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Moawad MHED, Mektebi A, Rezkallah A, Fayad T, Sadeq MA, Negida A. Characteristics of the clinical and global neurosurgical research publications from Africa: A scoping review. BRAIN & SPINE 2023; 3:101746. [PMID: 38020992 PMCID: PMC10668063 DOI: 10.1016/j.bas.2023.101746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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Introduction Scientific research has a direct, profound impact on healthcare systems worldwide. While an upward trend can be observed in the number of produced papers in the neurosurgical specialty, disparities still exist between African neurosurgeons on one side and between African neurosurgeons and neurosurgeons from high income countries, on the other. Research question This study aims to analyze neurosurgical research produced in Africa to identify gaps in the literature and provide recommendations for aspiring African neurosurgeons for essential research areas. Materials and methods Four electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase) were systematically searched for relevant articles on neurosurgery published by African authors. The three main inclusion criteria were: Articles published in the Neurosurgical field, articles published by African authors (whether first authors or co-authors) and articles published in Africa. Data extracted included the study design, scope, neurosurgical subspecialty, and the authors' nationalities. Results A total of 982 articles were included in the analysis. Of these articles, 889 (90.6%) were primary, 48 (4.9%) secondary, and 44 (4.5%) other types of research. Global Neurosurgery papers represent 7% of African neurosurgery research output. Most common primary studies included retrospective cohort (32.4%), case reports (28.3%), and prospective cohort (13.8%) studies. The most common secondary research articles were literature reviews (4.9%), letters to the editor (1.2%), and systematic reviews and meta-analyses (0.8%). Common research areas were neuro-oncology 242 (24.7%), spinal surgery 157 (16%), and cerebrovascular (14%). The most common nationalities of the first authors were Egyptian (32.4%), Moroccan (15%), and Nigerian (14.2%). Discussion and conclusion This study identifies increased African authorship in neurosurgical research in recent years. Nevertheless, many countries still lack representation in the neurosurgical research scene.Furthermore, a high percentage of the published papers is of low evidence. Therefore, we recommend that African neurosurgical researchers focus more on clinical trials and systematic reviews that directly translate to improving clinical practice. African neurosurgeons should also consider more collaboration between African authors.
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- Mostafa Hossam El din Moawad
- Medical Research Group of Egypt, Cairo, Egypt
- Faculty of Pharmacy Clinical Department Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
- Faculty of Medicine Suez Canal University, Ismailia, Egypt
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- Medical Research Group of Egypt, Cairo, Egypt
- Kutahya Health Sciences University, Turkey
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- Medical Research Group of Egypt, Cairo, Egypt
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Algiers, Algiers, Algeria
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- Medical Research Group of Egypt, Cairo, Egypt
- Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Sinai University, North Sinai, Egypt
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- Medical Research Group of Egypt, Cairo, Egypt
- Faculty of Medicine, Misr University for Science and Technology, 6th of October City, Egypt
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- Medical Research Group of Egypt, Cairo, Egypt
- Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Sharkia, Egypt
- School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Science, University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth, United Kingdom
- Global Neurosurgery Initiative, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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Somnuke P, Punpocha P, Punikhom P, Panitrat R, Nivatpumin P, Thanakiattiwibun C, Ramlee R, Thongkaew N, Siriussawakul A. Model for enhancing the research conducted by the university medical staff: Participatory action research. Heliyon 2023; 9:e13208. [PMID: 36793952 PMCID: PMC9922824 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e13208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Revised: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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This study employed mixed methods with a participatory action research approach to explore factors currently undermining the conduction of research and to develop strategies to boost research productivity. A questionnaire was distributed to 64 staff members of the Department of Anesthesiology at a university-based hospital. Thirty-nine staff members (60.9%) gave informed consent and responses. Staff views were also collected through focus group discussions. The staff reported that limited research methodology skills, time management, and complex managerial processes were the limitations. Age, attitudes, and performance expectancy were significantly correlated with research productivity. A regression analysis demonstrated that age and performance expectancy significantly influenced research productivity. A Business Model Canvas (BMC) was implemented to gain insight into the goal of enhancing the conduct of research. Business Model Innovation (BMI) established a strategy to improve research productivity. The concept, comprising personal reinforcement (P), aiding systems (A), and a lifting-up of the value of research (L), the PAL concept, was considered key to enhancing the conduct of research, with the BMC providing details and integrating with the BMI. To upgrade the research performance, the involvement of management is imperative, and future action will involve the implementation of a BMI model to increase research productivity.
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- Pawit Somnuke
- Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
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- Division of Anesthesiology, Kalasin Hospital, Kalasin 46000, Thailand
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- Faculty of Nursing, HRH Princess Chulabhorn College of Medical Science, Chulabhorn Hospital, Bangkok 10210, Thailand
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
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- Integrated Perioperative Geriatric Excellent Research Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
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- Integrated Perioperative Geriatric Excellent Research Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
- Integrated Perioperative Geriatric Excellent Research Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
- Corresponding author. Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok 10700, Thailand.
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Erdem B, Obut A, Kay M, Gok M, Bostan S. Evaluating scientific research barriers by gender and other characteristics from the perspective of ophthalmologists in Turkey: A multicenter survey study. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0273181. [PMID: 36696420 PMCID: PMC9876363 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0273181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2021] [Accepted: 08/03/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND/AIM The ever-increasing population and life expectancy worldwide increase the prevalence of ophthalmic diseases, and the need for ophthalmic research expands accordingly. In our study, we aimed to evaluate many aspects of the barriers, especially gender disparities, confronting ophthalmologists who aspire to conduct scientific research (SR). MATERIALS AND METHODS In this descriptive quantitative study, we distributed an online questionnaire to ophthalmologists in Turkey with 21 questions presented on a five-point Likert scale and two open-ended questions. The survey was prepared with Google forms. Participants were recruited via e-mail and social networks. A multicenter survey was conducted between January 29 and February 20, 2021, and a total of 210 valid responses were recorded. RESULTS Participants' responses were grouped into four types of barriers: motivation, time constraints, research support, and competence. Participants' motivation to conduct research was above average (3.54±0.96), but most stated that they have time constraints (3.74±0.97). Participants did not agree that there is adequate support for research (2.35±0.76), and they self assessed their level of the required competence to be average (2.87±1.08). Women were more motivated to do SR than men (p = 0.008), but there were no statistically significant differences between women and men in terms of time constraints, research support, and level of competence (p = 0.853, p = 0.482, and p = 0.558, respectively). Although there is no statistically significant difference between men and women regarding time constraints, female physicians mentioned more about the barriers arising from their personal responsibilities (p = 0.038). CONCLUSIONS Our study revealed that ophthalmologists are enthusiastic about doing SR but encounter obstacles with regard to time availability and research support. In addition, there is a need to reinforce competence in SR. Although female physicians are more motivated than men, they must deal with competing domestic responsibilities.
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- Burak Erdem
- Department of Ophthalmology, Ordu University Faculty of Medicine, Ordu, Turkey
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Afyon State Hospital, Afyon, Turkey
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Sancaktepe Sehit Prof Dr Ilhan Varank Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Private Atanur Eye Hospital, Isparta, Turkey
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- Department of Health Management, Ordu University Faculty of Health Sciences, Ordu, Turkey
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Abikoye TM, Idowu OO, Oluleye TS. A systematic review of cases of West African crystalline maculopathy. Int J Clin Pract 2021; 75:e14911. [PMID: 34551184 DOI: 10.1111/ijcp.14911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2020] [Revised: 05/21/2021] [Accepted: 09/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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AIM West African crystalline maculopathy (WACM) is, reportedly, a rare condition whose aetiology remains unclear. This study aims to describe the epidemiology, summarizing the identified risk factors and clinical characteristics of cases of WACM, with the goal of highlighting presentation patterns and the clinical course of the condition. METHODS A comprehensive PubMed, Medline, EMBASE, Web of Science, OMIM and Google scholar search of all articles written in English, and non-English language articles with abstract translated to English on WACM was carried out. Only full case reports and series were included. Data reviewed included epidemiology, risk factors, clinical presentations, imaging characteristics, management and prognosis of WACM. Information on the location of the study was also extracted. RESULTS Ten studies - seven case reports and three case series - comprising of 30 patients were included. The patients were from West, Central and North-east Africa, with all the studies carried out in North America and Europe. The majority of the patients (76.7%) had diabetes mellitus, 80% had a vascular retinopathy (diabetic retinopathy, sickle cell retinopathy, familial exudative vitreoretinopathy and branch retinal vein occlusion) and 50% had macular oedema. There was no report of associated visual impairment or retinal degeneration. Clinical improvement in the number of crystals was documented in two cases with retinal laser photocoagulation for associated vascular retinopathies. Clinical observation was employed by most clinicians. CONCLUSION West African crystalline retinopathy is a seemingly innocuous condition affecting black or African people, who were also born in Africa. The majority of the patients have a vascular retinopathy. Longitudinal studies, particularly in Africa, may be required to elucidate the aetiology, as well as the long-term prognosis, of the crystals.
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- Temiloluwa M Abikoye
- Department of Ophthalmology, Guinness Eye Center, Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Guinness Eye Center, Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria
- Department of Ophthalmology, University of California, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Department of Ophthalmology, University of Ibadan/University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
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Kanmounye US, Tochie JN, Mbonda A, Wafo CK, Daya L, Atem TH, Nyalundja AD, Eyaman DC. Systematic review and bibliometric analysis of African anesthesia and critical care medicine research part II: a scientometric analysis of the 116 most cited articles. BMC Anesthesiol 2021; 21:24. [PMID: 33478391 PMCID: PMC7819185 DOI: 10.1186/s12871-021-01246-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2020] [Accepted: 01/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Scientometrics is used to assess the impact of research in several health fields, including Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine. The purpose of this study was to identify contributors to highly-cited African Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine research. Methods The authors searched Web of Science from inception to May 4, 2020, for articles on and about Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine in Africa with ≥2 citations. Quantitative (H-index) and qualitative (descriptive analysis of yearly publications and interpretation of document, co-authorship, author country, and keyword) bibliometric analyses were done. Results The search strategy returned 116 articles with a median of 5 (IQR: 3–12) citations on Web of Science. Articles were published in Anesthesia and Analgesia (18, 15.5%), World Journal of Surgery (13, 11.2%), and South African Medical Journal (8, 6.9%). Most (74, 63.8%) articles were published on or after 2013. Seven authors had more than 1 article in the top 116 articles: Epiu I (3, 2.6%), Elobu AE (2, 1.7%), Fenton PM (2, 1.7%), Kibwana S (2, 1.7%), Rukewe A (2, 1.7%), Sama HD (2, 1.7%), and Zoumenou E (2, 1.7%). The bibliometric coupling analysis of documents highlighted 10 clusters, with the most significant nodes being Biccard BM, 2018; Baker T, 2013; Llewellyn RL, 2009; Nigussie S, 2014; and Aziato L, 2015. Dubowitz G (5) and Ozgediz D (4) had the highest H-indices among the authors referenced by the most-cited African Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine articles. The U.S.A., England, and Uganda had the strongest collaboration links among the articles, and most articles focused on perioperative care. Conclusion This study highlighted trends in top-cited African articles and African and non-African academic institutions’ contributions to these articles. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12871-021-01246-4.
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- Ulrick Sidney Kanmounye
- Department of Research, Association of Future African Neurosurgeons, Yaounde, Cameroon. .,Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine, Bel Campus University of Technology, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon.,Human Research Education and Networking, Yaounde, Cameroon
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- Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon.,Surgery Unit, District Hospital of Batouri, Batouri, Cameroon.,Department of Research, International Student Surgical Network, Yaounde, Cameroon
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon.,Department of Research, International Student Surgical Network, Yaounde, Cameroon
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Bel Campus University of Technology, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo
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- Department of Research, Association of Future African Neurosurgeons, Yaounde, Cameroon.,Faculty of Medicine, Catholic University of Bukavu, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon
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Kanmounye US, Tochie JN, Mbonda A, Wafo CK, Daya L, Atem TH, Nyalundja AD, Eyaman DC. Systematic review and bibliometric analysis of African anesthesia and critical care medicine research part I: hierarchy of evidence and scholarly productivity. BMC Anesthesiol 2020; 20:247. [PMID: 32988363 PMCID: PMC7523301 DOI: 10.1186/s12871-020-01167-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2020] [Accepted: 09/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Research is an essential component of Anesthesia, and the contributions of researchers and institutions can be appreciated from the analysis of scholarly outputs. Such analyses help identify major contributors and trends in publication. Little is known about the state of Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine (A.C.C.M.) research in Africa. We aimed to describe African A.C.C.M. research's current landscape by determining its productivity per country and point towards possible ideas for improvement. METHODS The authors searched PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL) from inception to May 4, 2020, for articles on or about A.C.C.M. in Africa. Studies were selected based on their titles and abstracts. Rayyan software was later on used for data management in the review selection process. Then, the full-text of eligible articles were screened. Data were extracted, and the number of articles per physician anesthesia providers and provider density were calculated. Kruskal Wallis test and Spearman's correlation were used, and a P-value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. RESULTS Of the 4690 articles, only 886 (18.9%) were included in the analysis. The articles were published between 1946 and 2020 in 278 target journals. 55 (6.2%) articles were published in the South African Journal of Surgery, 51 (5.8%) in Anesthesia and Analgesia, and 46 (5.2%) in Anaesthesia. 291 (32.8%) studies were cross-sectional. 195 (22.0%) first authors were from Nigeria, 118 (13.3%) from South Africa, and 88 (9.9%) from the U.S.A. Malawi (1.67), Togo (1.06), and Sierra Leone (1.00) had the highest number of articles per provider. Whereas Ethiopia (580.00), Nigeria (336.21), and Malawi (333.33) had the highest number of articles per provider density. CONCLUSION We identified the most and least productive African countries in A.C.C.M. research and a low-quality hierarchy of evidence in these publications. Hence, the study's findings may aid in driving the A.C.C.M. research agenda and capacity building in Africa.
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- Ulrick Sidney Kanmounye
- Department of Research, Association of Future African Neurosurgeons, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. .,Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Medicine, Bel Campus University of Technology, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon.,Human Research Education and Networking, Yaounde, Cameroon
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- Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon.,Surgery Unit, District Hospital of Batouri, Batouri, Cameroon.,Department of Research, International Student Surgical Network, Yaounde, Cameroon
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon.,Department of Research, International Student Surgical Network, Yaounde, Cameroon
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Bel Campus University of Technology, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo
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- Department of Research, Association of Future African Neurosurgeons, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.,Faculty of Medicine, Catholic University of Bukavu, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon
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Jiancheng W, Jinhui T, Lin H, Yuxia M, Juxia Z. Has the Reporting Quality of Systematic Review Abstracts in Nursing Improved Since the Release of PRISMA for Abstracts? A Survey of High-Profile Nursing Journals. Worldviews Evid Based Nurs 2020; 17:108-117. [PMID: 31883236 DOI: 10.1111/wvn.12414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/29/2019] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND The PRISMA for Abstracts (PRISMA-A) was developed to guide authors to present a structured abstract. However, the adherence of abstracts to these guidelines in some areas was of concern. AIMS To determine whether the publication of PRISMA-A resulted in an improvement in the abstracts reported with nursing systematic reviews (SRs). METHODS This was a cross-sectional study. We searched PubMed for randomized controlled trials-based SRs published in top-tier nursing journals. A PRISMA-A checklist was used to assess abstracts in the SR included. Total score on checklists, comparison of total scores between two periods, and effect factors were analyzed. RESULTS Overall, abstract reporting compliance with PRISMA-A has not improved significantly with the time span. Of the 81 SRs, 74.1% were structured. About half reported eligibility criteria, information sources, and description of the effect as recommended. Registration status was reported only in 4.9%. The reporting quality was significantly higher for journals with higher impact factors (p < .001). LINKING EVIDENCE TO ACTION Although not inclusive of all SRs in the nursing field, our sample reflects the general trend that there was no significant improvement in the compliance of SR abstracts reported in nursing with the release of PRISMA-A. There is room for improvement, as most items have not been fully reported.
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- Wang Jiancheng
- Department of Elder, Gansu Provincial Hospital, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Evidence-Based Medicine Center, Institute of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Department of Nursing, Gansu Provincial Hospital, School of Nursing, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- School of Nursing, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Department of Nursing, Gansu Provincial Hospital, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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Razis E, Balogun J, Lushi M, Abdel Karim K, Kalapanida D, Kadzatsa W. Report from the Front: a Glimpse at Breast Cancer Research in Low- and Middle-Income Countries. CURRENT BREAST CANCER REPORTS 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s12609-019-00329-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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