Magnitude of female child sexual abuse in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Child sexual abuse is a grave issue with significant consequences for the well-being and development of children worldwide. Understanding the scope of this problem is essential, particularly in Ethiopia, where protecting the nation's youth is crucial. Although child sexual abuse is a critical issue, there is a lack of comprehensive assessment of its prevalence and associated factors in Ethiopia.

Diaper dermatitis and associated factors among children aged 0-24 months in low- and middle-income countries: A systematic review protocol.

Background: Diaper dermatitis (DD, sometimes known as diaper rash or napkin dermatitis is one of the most prevalent skin infections that occur in the area covered by the diaper. Although diaper dermatitis can be seen in any patient wearing diapers, it is reported to be more common in infants aged 9-12 months. Approximately, 70% of infants and young children suffer from diaper dermatitis at some point during their diaper wearing years and up to 25% of children seek healthcare due to this case.

Prevalence and predictors of poor heart failure treatment outcomes in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Heart failure (HF) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Various factors can exacerbate disease progression in patients with HF and negatively impact treatment outcomes. This study aims to evaluate the pooled prevalence and contributing factors associated with poor heart failure treatment outcomes in Ethiopia.

Experimental and explainable machine learning approach on thermal conductivity and viscosity of water based graphene oxide based mono and hybrid nanofluids.

This study explores the thermal conductivity and viscosity of water-based nanofluids containing silicon dioxide, graphene oxide, titanium dioxide, and their hybrids across various concentrations (0 to 1 vol%) and temperatures (30 to 60 °C). The nanofluids, characterized using multiple methods, exhibited increased viscosity and thermal conductivity compared to water, with hybrid nanofluids showing superior performance. Graphene oxide nanofluids displayed the highest thermal conductivity and viscosity ratios, with increases of 52% and 177% at 60 °C and 30 °C, respectively, for a concentration of 1 vol% compared to base fluid.

Prevalence and risk factors of mortality among heart failure patients in low resource setting hospitals: a multicenter prospective observational study.

Background: Heart failure is a significant worldwide health problem that leads to mortality. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate treatment outcomes and associated factors of heart failure patients who were admitted to hospitals in the southwest of Ethiopia.

Methods And Participants: A multicenter prospective observational study was conducted from 1 February to 1 August 2021.

QTc interval prolongation and its associated factors among HIV infected patients on ART in Mettu Town.

QTc interval prolongation, which is linked to cardiac arrhythmia and sudden cardiac death, is common in HIV-infected patients. This prolongation can be attributed to the side effects of antiretroviral medications, the direct impact of HIV on the heart, and chronic inflammatory responses that disrupt cardiac electrical activity. This study aimed at assessing QTc interval prolongation and associated factors among HIV-infected adults on ART.

Exploration of iron deficiency anemia and its associated factors among pregnant women seeking antenatal care in public health facilities of southwestern Ethiopia. A mixed study.

Background: Anemia is a major problem in Ethiopia, affecting a large part of the population. Despite the importance of the problem, the causes of anemia, especially iron deficiency anemia, among pregnant women attending antenatal care (ANC) in the study area have been little studied. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate iron deficiency anemia and its associated factors in pregnant women seeking antenatal care in public health facilities in Southwest Ethiopia in 2023.

Length of stay and determinants of early discharge and extended stay after cesarean delivery in a resource-limited setting: southern Ethiopia, 2023.

Background: For mothers and newborns to obtain the recommended postnatal care follow-up and package, the healthcare facility has to provide a minimum length of stay following delivery. Early discharge may result in a shortened recovery time, less access to resources and support, and a prolonged stay, resulting in a greater risk of postpartum depression and financial constraints. In Ethiopia, there has been no study conducted on the length of hospital stays following a cesarean delivery.

Exploring paternal postpartum depression and contributing factors in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Paternal postpartum depression (PPD) is a significant yet often neglected mental health issue affecting fathers during the postpartum period. While maternal postpartum depression is extensively studied, the psychological challenges faced by new fathers, particularly in resource-limited settings like Ethiopia, receive considerably less attention. Paternal postpartum depression not only impacts fathers' well-being but also affects the health and development of their children and their relationships with partners.

Spatial variations and predictors of overweight/obesity among under-five children in Ethiopia: A geographically weighted regression analysis of the 2019 Ethiopian Mini Demographic and Health Survey.

Background: Overweight/ obesity among under-five children is an emerging public health issue of the twenty-first century. Due to the quick nutritional and epidemiological change, non-communicable diseases, premature death, disability, and reproductive disorders have grown in low-income countries. Besides, little attention has been given.

Electrocardiographic abnormalities and associated factors among HIV-infected adults on antiretroviral therapy.

Background: Individuals living with HIV are at increased risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. This heightened vulnerability is influenced by various factors, including the direct impact of HIV infection, the side effects of HIV medications, and a higher presence of traditional cardiovascular risk factors. Detecting and managing cardiovascular diseases early in HIV-infected individuals is crucial for their overall health and well-being.

Food Insecurity and Its Associated Factors Among Lactating Mothers in Yirgalem Town, South Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: Food insecurity is a state in which people do not have both physical and economic access to sufficient food to meet their dietary needs. Food insecurity affects all nations despite that it is high in Africa, particularly in Ethiopia. There is limited information on the magnitude of food insecurity and its associated factors among lactating mothers in Ethiopia.