Prevalence of Polypharmacy and Risks of Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in the Older Population in a Developing Country : A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Research work of Assoc. Prof. D. Fialová has been supported by the project INOMED No. CZ.02.1.01/0.0/0.0/18_069/0010046, by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation program under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant agreement no 764632, PROGRESS Q42 program (KSKF-2 scientific group), and SVV 260417Peer reviewedPublisher PD

Poor outcomes associated with antithrombotic undertreatment in patients with atrial fibrillation attending Gondar University Hospital : a retrospective cohort study

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Normalization of thyroid function tests among thyrotoxicosis patients attending a University Hospital in North-West Ethiopia

We would like to acknowledge the school of pharmacy and the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital for supporting us during conducting this study.Peer reviewe

Glycemic control among diabetic patients in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Funding: The authors received no specific funding for this work.Peer reviewe

Evaluations of knowledge, skills and practices of insulin storage and injection handling techniques of diabetic patients in Ethiopian primary hospitals

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Perceived Obstacles Faced by Diabetes Patients Attending University of Gondar Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia

We would like to thank Prof. Liina Pilv for providing her support to reuse validated DOQ-30 questionnairePeer reviewe

Knowledge and awareness of cervical cancer and human papillomavirus among female students in an Ethiopian University : A cross-sectional study

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Progress in health among regions of Ethiopia, 1990–2019: : a subnational country analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019

Funding Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationPeer reviewedPublisher PD

Treatment outcomes of visceral leishmaniasis in Ethiopia from 2001 to 2017 : A systematic review and meta-analysis

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Patients’ Perspectives on Commencing Oral Anticoagulants in Atrial Fibrillation: An Exploratory Qualitative Descriptive Study

Background: Oral anticoagulants (OACs) are prescribed to patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) in order to lower stroke risk. However, patient refusal to commence OACs hinders effective anticoagulation. This study aimed to explore barriers and facilitators to patient agreement to commence OACs from the perspectives of patients with AF attending Australian general practices. // Methods: A qualitative descriptive study utilising semi-structured individual interviews was conducted from March to July 2022. Results: Ten patients (60% male, median age = 78.5 years) completed interviews. Patients’ passive roles in decision-making were identified as a facilitator. Other prominent facilitators included doctors explaining adequately and aligning their recommendations with patients’ overall health goals, including the prevention of stroke and associated disabilities, and a clear understanding of the pros and cons of taking OACs. Reportedly insufficient explanation from doctors and the inconvenience associated with taking warfarin were identified as potential barriers. // Conclusion: Addressing factors that influence patient agreement to commence OACs should be an essential aspect of quality improvement interventions. Subsequent studies should also delve into the perspectives of eligible patients with AF who choose not to commence OACs as well as the perspectives of both patients and doctors regarding the decision to continue OAC treatment