How Should Low- and Middle-Income Countries Motivate Equity in Cancer Prevention and Control?
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DOI: 10.1001/amajethics.2020.147
Abstract: Cancer continues to be a prominent cause of morbidity and mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Many LMICs, however, lack adequate data to better understand and respond to trends in cancer incidence. This article… read more here.
Keywords: low middle; cancer prevention; middle income; control ... See more keywords
Cost-effectiveness of Humanitarian Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Programs in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.4707
Abstract: Key Points Question Is humanitarian global pediatric cardiac surgery in low- and middle-income countries cost-effective? Findings This economic evaluation found that for a cohort of 424 children who underwent operations in 10 low- and middle-income… read more here.
Keywords: low middle; middle income; cardiac surgery; pediatric cardiac ... See more keywords
Geographical Representation of Low- and Middle-Income Countries in Randomized Clinical Trials for COVID-19
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.0444
Abstract: This systematic review examines geographical representation of low- and middle-income countries in randomized clinical trials for COVID-19 compared with high-income countries. read more here.
Keywords: geographical representation; representation low; income countries; middle income ... See more keywords
Comparison of Child Undernutrition Anthropometric Indicators Across 56 Low- and Middle-Income Countries
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.1223
Abstract: This cross-sectional study of children in 56 low- and middle-income countries compares global estimates of undernutrition using conventionally defined classifications of anthropometric failure and alternative classification systems, including the Composite Index of Anthropometric Failure and… read more here.
Keywords: anthropometric failure; income countries; comparison child; middle income ... See more keywords
Age Distribution of All-Cause Mortality Among Children Younger Than 5 Years in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.12692
Abstract: Key Points Question What share of deaths among children younger than 5 years occur before 2 years of age in low- and middle-income countries? Findings In this cross-sectional study of 2 827 515 children younger than 5… read more here.
Keywords: younger years; children younger; age; income countries ... See more keywords
Association of Major Disease Outbreaks With Adolescent and Youth Mental Health in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Systematic Scoping Review.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2022.3109
Abstract: Importance Adolescents and young people have been historically understudied populations, and previous studies indicate that during epidemics, these populations, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), are at high risk of developing mental disturbances. Objective… read more here.
Keywords: health; review; income countries; mental health ... See more keywords
Prevalence of Perinatal Depression in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
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DOI: 10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2023.0069
Abstract: This systematic review and meta-analysis assesses the prevalence of depression among individuals living in low- and middle-income countries during pregnancy and up 1 year post partum. read more here.
Keywords: depression; income countries; middle income; prevalence perinatal ... See more keywords
Ethics of Burn Wound Care in a Low-Middle Income Country.
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DOI: 10.1001/journalofethics.2018.20.6.msoc1-1806
Abstract: This review focuses on burn care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). It attempts to put the burden of disease in perspective by showing that burn care is under-resourced across the spectrum of LMICs and… read more here.
Keywords: low middle; middle income; care low; care ... See more keywords
Sex differences in adolescent physical aggression: Evidence from sixty‐three low‐and middle‐income countries
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DOI: 10.1002/ab.21799
Abstract: A great deal of research shows that adolescent and adult males are more likely to engage in physical aggression and violence than females are. However, few studies have examined cross‐cultural variation in sex differences, particularly… read more here.
Keywords: low middle; physical aggression; sex differences; sex ... See more keywords
Evolving practice in global healthcare: Remote physics support for low‐ and middle‐income countries
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DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13914
Abstract: Abstract The COVID‐19 pandemic has disrupted traditional onsite support for radiotherapy clinics in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMIC). Clinics there have struggled to commission new techniques and receive onsite training for their staff. We sought… read more here.
Keywords: physics; remote support; support; income countries ... See more keywords
Self-configuring nnU-Net for automatic delineation of the organs at risk and target in high-dose rate cervical brachytherapy, a low/middle-income country's experience.
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DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13988
Abstract: BACKGROUND The high-dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy treatment planning workflow for cervical cancer is a labor-intensive, time-consuming, and expertise-driven process. These issues are amplified in low/middle-income countries with large deficits in experienced healthcare professionals. Automation has… read more here.
Keywords: brachytherapy; dose rate; nnu net; rate ... See more keywords