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Exploring the occurence and risk factors of post-stroke depression among stroke survivors in Africa: a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis.

Techilo Tinsae, Wondale Getinet, Setegn Fentahun, Shegaye Shumet, Girmaw Medifu, Fantahun Andualem, Girum Nakie, Tesfaye Segon, Selam Koye, Gebresilassie Tadesse and 1 more

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Techilo TinsaeCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia. techilotinsae@gmail.com.
Wondale GetinetCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Setegn FentahunCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Shegaye ShumetCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Girmaw MedifuCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Fantahun AndualemCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Girum NakieCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Tesfaye SegonDepartment of Psychiatry, Mettu University, Metu, Ethiopia.
Selam KoyeCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Gebresilassie TadesseCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Gidey RtbeyCollege of Medicine and Health Science, Department of Psychiatry, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundPost-stroke depression is a significant health concern, especially in developing countries. The high prevalence, incidence, and complexity of depression among stroke survivors pose a substantial occurence on vulnerable individuals. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, incidence, and risk factors of post-stroke depression among stroke survivors in Africa.

methodsPubMed, WHO Global Index Medicus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, HINARI, and Google were the sources of data searching. Literature reporting the prevalence, incidence and risk factors of post-stroke depression in Africa was included. The quality of each study was evaluated using the Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Assessment Scale (NOS). Data were extracted using a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet, and data analysis was performed using STATA version 11. Heterogeneity between studies was checked using the I

resultsA total of twenty-two relevant studies with 3175 stroke patients were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis. The overall estimated pooled prevalence and incidence of depression among stroke survivors in Africa were found to be 42.5% (95% CI = 26.9, 58.1) and 33.2% (95% CI = 23.3, 43.0), respectively. The subgroup analysis further revealed that Nigeria had the highest prevalence of depression at 47.6% (95% CI: 15.1, 80.1), followed by Ethiopia at 44.4% (95% CI: 28.2, 60.6). This study did not identify any factors that were positively associated with post-stroke depression.

conclusionThe prevalence and incidence of depression among stroke survivors are notably high. Despite the high occurence, this study did not identify specific risk factors positively associated with post-stroke depression. Consequently, addressing post-stroke depression through integrated care models, routine screening, and targeted interventions is crucial for enhancing the quality of life and rehabilitation outcomes for stroke survivors in Africa.

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DepressionStrokeSurvivorsAfricaHumansIncidencePrevalenceRisk FactorsDepressionIncidence and stroke depressionPost-strokePost-stroke depressionPrevalenceStroke

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