Prevalence and associated factors of depression among breast cancer patients in Sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Introduction: Even though breast cancer incidence is lower in Sub-Saharan Africa, its mortality is higher in these countries. However, the impact does not end with diagnosis and treatment; rather many patients struggle with depression which is very common among these patients. This systematic review...

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Main Authors: Anissa Mohammed, Dagnachew Melak, Fekade Demeke Bayou, Husniya Yasin, Aregash Abebayehu Zerga, Birhanu Wagaye, Fanos Yeshanew Ayele, Ahmed Hussien Asfaw, Natnael Kebede, Asnakew Molla Mekonen, Mengistu Mera Mihiretu, Yawkal Tsega, Elsabeth Addisu, Niguss Cherie, Tesfaye Birhane, Hussien Endris, Zinet Abegaz, Abel Endawkie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2024-01-01
Series:SAGE Open Medicine
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/20503121241226897