African health sciences
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African health sciences · Sep 2022
Comorbid anxiety and depression among women receiving care for breast cancer: analysis of prevalence and associated factors.
Living with breast cancer has been associated with increased risk for common mental health problems including depression and anxiety. However, the prevalence of comorbid anxiety and depression (CAD) and their associated factors have received little attention especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) including Ghana. ⋯ The findings suggest relatively high prevalence of comorbid anxiety and depression which could negatively impact breast cancer treatment outcomes and therefore, improved interpersonal relationships between doctors and their patients as well as literacy skills are warranted.
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African health sciences · Sep 2022
Meta AnalysisThe effect of liraglutide on renal function in type 2 diabetes: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled studies.
The efficacy of liraglutide on renal function in type 2 diabetes remains controversial. We conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to explore the influence of liraglutide versus placebo on renal function in type 2 diabetes. ⋯ Liraglutide treatment may provide some benefits for protecting renal function in type 2 diabetes.
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African health sciences · Sep 2022
Meta AnalysisAssociation of the IL-4R Q576R Polymorphism with Pediatric Asthma: a meta-analysis.
The relationship between Q576R polymorphism of IL-4 receptor (IL-4R) gene and pediatric asthma risk is still undefined. To this end, this meta-analysis was performed to explore the above controversy. ⋯ Our findings suggested that G allele of IL-4R Q576R polymorphism is associated with increased risk of pediatric asthma. Anyhow, delicately-designed, large-scale studies should be conducted to further confirm the current outcomes.
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African health sciences · Sep 2022
Meta AnalysisAssociation between physical exercise and all-cause and CVD mortality in patients with diabetes: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis.
Physical activity is recommended in guidelines for treatment for diabetes, but the association between physical activity and mortality among diabetic patients has not been extensively studied. ⋯ Physical activity reduced the risk of total and CVD mortality among patients with diabetes, in particular in diabetic patients with old age (> 60 years), obesity and shorter duration of diabetes.