Prevalence of goiter and associated factors among adolescent girls in the highland area of Northwest Ethiopia

Background: Goiter is a common public health issue in Ethiopia; however, there is not much evidence of it among adolescent girls, especially in Northwest Ethiopia. Objective: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and associated factors of goiter in adolescent girls living in the highlands of...

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Main Authors: Assefa Agegnehu Teshome, Berhanu Kindu Ashagrie, Atalo Ayenew Agmas, Misganaw Asmamaw Mengstie, Yalew Melkamu Molla, Nega Dagnaw Baye, Agmas Wassie Abate, Asaye Alamneh Gebeyehu, Taklo Simeneh Yazie, Ermias Sisaye Chanie, Amare Wolie Kassaw, Fitalew Tadele Admasu, Gashaw Ayehu Walle
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2024-02-01
Series:SAGE Open Medicine
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/20503121241229643