Birth prevalence of neural tube defects and associated risk factors in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Neural tube defects are common congenital anomalies that result from early malformation in the development of the spinal cord and brain. It is related to substantial mortality, morbidity, disability, and psychological and economic costs. The aim of this review is to determine the...
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| Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-04-01
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| Series: | BMC Pediatrics |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-021-02653-9 |