Estimation of the prevalence of depression using diagnostic instruments in the elderly population in India, 2000–2019: a systematic review protocol

Volume: 10, Issue: 5, Pages: e034330 - e034330
Published: May 1, 2020
Abstract
Depression is a common mental disorder in the elderly population, which significantly impacts their quality of life. However, correct estimates of its magnitude are not available in the elderly in India. The present systematic review and meta-analysis would attempt to estimate the prevalence of depression using diagnostic instruments among elderly persons aged 60 years and above.Searches will be performed in PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of...
Paper Details
Title
Estimation of the prevalence of depression using diagnostic instruments in the elderly population in India, 2000–2019: a systematic review protocol
Published Date
May 1, 2020
Journal
Volume
10
Issue
5
Pages
e034330 - e034330
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