Epidemiology of lower respiratory infection and pneumonia in South Africa (1997–2015): a systematic review protocol

Volume: 6, Issue: 9, Pages: e012154 - e012154
Published: Sep 1, 2016
Abstract

Introduction

Lower respiratory infections (LRIs) and pneumonia are among the leading causes of death worldwide, especially in children aged under 5 years, and these patterns are reflected in the South African population. Local epidemiological data for LRIs and pneumonia are required to inform the Second National Burden of Disease Study underway in South Africa. The aim of this systematic review is to identify published studies reporting...
Paper Details
Title
Epidemiology of lower respiratory infection and pneumonia in South Africa (1997–2015): a systematic review protocol
Published Date
Sep 1, 2016
Journal
Volume
6
Issue
9
Pages
e012154 - e012154
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