SEARCH STRATEGIES | Reproductive health research capacity strengthening programs in low- and middle-income countries: A scoping review

A comprehensive search of the literature published between January 2011 and August 2023 was conducted by a health sciences informationist (GKR). Discrete searches were conducted in nine databases: MEDLINE via Ovid, Embase via Elsevier, Scopus, CINAHL via Ebsco, Web of Science, PsycINFO via Ebsco, Women's Studies International via Ebsco, CABI Global Health and Global Index Medicus. No restrictions on language were applied. The original literature search was implemented in November 2021. A search update was conducted in August 2023. Search strategies were constructed by combining search terms representing three search concepts: (1) sexual and reproductive health; (2) research strengthening or capacity building; and (3) low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) or low-resourced regions. The third concept described above was represented by variations on the Cochrane Effective Practice and Organisation of Care (EPOC) LMIC search filter (v.4) [1] in all databases except for Embase, CABI Global Health, and Global Index Medicus. The University of North Carolina's Developing Country / Low-Middle Income Searches filter (2019 update) [2] was used in Embase. No LMIC search filters were used in CABI Global Health or in Global Index Medicus. The World Bank [3] list of country income status was used as a criterion to identify a country as an LMIC. ___________________________________________________________________________________ 1. The Cochrane Collaboration. LMIC Filters [Internet]. [cited 2022 May 23]. Available from: https://epoc.cochrane.org/lmic-filters ___________________________________________________________________________________ 2. University of North Carolina University Libraries. Public Health: Popular search strategies [Internet]. [cited 2022 May 23]. Available from: https://guides.lib.unc.edu/c.php?g=8369&p=784120 ___________________________________________________________________________________ 3. World Bank. World Bank Country and Lending Groups [Internet]. [cited 2022 May 23]. Available from: https://datahelpdesk.worldbank.org/knowledgebase/articles/906519-world-bank-country-and-lending-groupshttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/178180/1/11_18_2021_SEARCH STRATEGIES.pdfhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/178180/2/08_21_2023_SEARCH UPDATE_SEARCH STRATEGIES.pdf-1Description of 11_18_2021_SEARCH STRATEGIES.pdf : LITERATURE SEARCH STRATEGIES_18_NOV_2021Description of 08_21_2023_SEARCH UPDATE_SEARCH STRATEGIES.pdf : LITERATURE SEARCH STRATEGIES_SEARCH UPDATE_21_AUG_2023SEL

SEARCH STRATEGIES | Scoping review of qualitative studies on family planning in Uganda

A comprehensive literature search was conducted using eight scholarly databases: MEDLINE (via Ovid interface), EMBASE (via Embase.com), Scopus, CINAHL (via EBSCOhost), Web of Science Core Collection (via Thomson Reuters), Global Health (via CABI), PsycINFO (via EBSCOhost) and Women's Studies International (via EBSCOhost). Keyword and controlled vocabulary search terms were used to represent concepts related to sexual and reproductive health in the context of FP or CAC in Uganda. The search was conducted by a health sciences informationist (GKR) in May 2022 then updated in May 2023. Geographic search terms were used to focus search retrieval on articles referencing Uganda at the country level, by district [20] or capital city of Kampala. Lastly, a revised qualitative/mixed methods search filter was used in all eight database searches [21]. Two unique qualitative/mixed methods search filters were revised for use in Ovid Medline to strive to maximize retrieval of qualitative studies [21,22]. Final search strategies were determined through test searching and the use of search syntax to enhance search retrieval. No language limits were applied. A search was conducted in May 2022, followed by an update of search results in May 2023. Search results were limited to articles published from 2002 to 2022, resulting in 4,217 citations exported to EndNote for processing and removal of duplicate citations. A final count of 1,422 citations were assessed and screened in Rayyan [23] according to inclusion and exclusion criteria.http://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/191720/1/05_27_2022 SEARCH STRATEGIES - UGANDA _ ScR of qual studies.pdfhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/191720/2/05_12_2023 SEARCH UPDATE _ SEARCH STRATEGIES - UGANDA _ ScR of qual studies .pdfSEL

SEARCH STRATEGIES | Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of sexual and reproductive health and rights in Uganda: a scoping review of qualitative studies

A comprehensive literature search was conducted by a health sciences informationist (GKR) in May 2022 and updated in May 2023. The eight databases searched were MEDLINE (via Ovid interface), EMBASE (via Embase.com), Scopus, CINAHL (via EBSCOhost), Web of Science Core Collection (via Thomson Reuters), Global Health (via CABI), PsycINFO (via EBSCOhost) and Women's Studies International (via EBSCOhost). Keyword and controlled vocabulary search terms were used to represent concepts related to SRHR in Uganda. Geographic search terms focused search retrieval on articles referencing Uganda at the country level, by district [1] or capital city of Kampala. A revised qualitative/mixed methods search filter was used in all eight database searches [2]. Two unique qualitative/mixed methods search filters were revised for use in Ovid Medline to maximize retrieval of qualitative studies [2,3]. Final search strategies were determined through test searching and search syntax to enhance search retrieval. Search results were limited to articles published from 2002 to 2023. No language limits were applied. The comprehensive literature search was conducted to address overall sexual reproductive health and rights (SRHR) in Uganda as a whole. Due to the breadth and scope of the literature retrieval, this one search was used to inform two scoping reviews on qualitative studies: one to address family planning and comprehensive abortion care in Uganda [4]; and this review which addresses SRHR in Uganda. The study selection for each of the two scoping reviews was differentiated by their use of inclusion and exclusion criteria. _________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Government of Uganda. (2021, August 19). DISTRICTS - Ministry of Local Government. https://molg.go.ug/districts/ _________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. El Sherif R, Pluye P, Gore G, Granikov V, Hong QN. Performance of a mixed filter to identify relevant studies for mixed studies reviews. J Med Libr Assoc. 2016;104(1):47-51. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4722642/ _________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. Slater, Linda G. A Comprehensive Filter to Retrieve Qualitative Studies from the OVID MEDLINE Database (based on McKibbon, Eady and Marks (1999) and Evans (2002). John W. Scott Health Sciences Library, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB. Oct 4, 2017. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KdReD-h5NL5pX3vdEsOLxK2VtAsRe8ZM_uzuZPWcitQ/edit _________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. Buser, J. et al.(2024). Scoping review of qualitative studies on family planning in Uganda. [Unpublished manuscript].U-M Center for International Reproductive Health Traininghttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/178183/1/05_27_2022 SEARCH STRATEGIES - UGANDA _ ScR of qual studies.pdfhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/178183/2/05_12_2023 SEARCH UPDATE _ SEARCH STRATEGIES - UGANDA _ ScR of qual studies .pdf-1Description of 05_27_2022 SEARCH STRATEGIES - UGANDA _ ScR of qual studies.pdf : LITERATURE SEARCH STRATEGIES_27_MAY_2022Description of 05_12_2023 SEARCH UPDATE _ SEARCH STRATEGIES - UGANDA _ ScR of qual studies .pdf : SEARCH UPDATE_LITERATURE SEARCH STRATEGIES_12_MAY_2023SEL

Scoping review of qualitative studies investigating reproductive health knowledge, attitudes, and practices among men and women across Rwanda.

BackgroundResearch efforts in Rwanda to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are increasing; however, comprehensive literature reviews on SRHR are limited. This scoping review examines individual and contextual factors shaping knowledge, attitudes, and practices in the domains of: 1) family planning, 2) abortion care, and 3) other SRHR in Rwanda. Recognizing that individual, community, and societal factors influence RH, this review is guided by Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory.MethodsEligible studies were conducted in Rwanda, included males and/or females of any age, and were published within the past 20 years. Studies reporting views of only healthcare or other professionals were excluded.ResultsThirty-six studies were included. The majority addressed individual and contextual considerations. At the individual level, studies explored knowledge about SRHR problems while at the interpersonal level, the support and attitudes of men and community members for adolescent SRHR were investigated. In terms of healthcare organization, maternal health practices, increased access to family planning programs, and the need for sexually transmitted infection programs was explored. At the social and cultural level, researchers investigated beliefs and traditional gender roles. Regarding public health policy, studies mentioned promoting and increasing funding for SRHR and reducing gender inequities.ConclusionOur findings can inform SRHR research programs, public health campaigns, and policy advances in Rwanda

SEARCH STRATEGIES | Scoping review of qualitative studies investigating reproductive health knowledge, attitudes, and practices among men and women across Rwanda

Scoping review search strategies.A search of the literature was conducted by a health sciences informationist (GKR) in March 2022. The eight databases searched were MEDLINE (via Ovid interface), EMBASE (via Embase.com), Scopus, CINAHL (via EBSCOhost), Web of Science Core Collection (via Thomson Reuters), Global Health (via CABI), PsycINFO (via EBSCOhost) and Women's Studies International (via EBSCOhost). Keyword and controlled vocabulary search terms were used to represent three main search concepts related to aspects of SRH: 1) family planning; 2) abortion care; and 3) sexual and reproductive health rights. Geographic search terms were used to focus the search retrieval on articles referencing Rwanda at the country level, by province, or by the capital city of Kigali. Lastly, a revised qualitative/mixed methods search filter was used in all eight database searches. Two unique qualitative/mixed methods search filters were revised for use in Ovid Medline to maximize retrieval of qualitative studies.http://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/175847/1/Rwanda SRHR _ Scoping Review of Qualitative Studies_ ALL SEARCH STRATEGIES _ March 2022.pdf-1Description of Rwanda SRHR _ Scoping Review of Qualitative Studies_ ALL SEARCH STRATEGIES _ March 2022.pdf : Search strategiesSEL

Our adaptation of the ecological systems theory to characterize reproductive health in Rwanda.

Our adaptation of the ecological systems theory to characterize reproductive health in Rwanda.</p

PRISMA flow diagram of articles screened for scoping review of qualitative studies of reproductive health across Rwanda, 2001–2021.

PRISMA flow diagram of articles screened for scoping review of qualitative studies of reproductive health across Rwanda, 2001–2021.</p

Search citation counts.

BackgroundResearch efforts in Rwanda to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are increasing; however, comprehensive literature reviews on SRHR are limited. This scoping review examines individual and contextual factors shaping knowledge, attitudes, and practices in the domains of: 1) family planning, 2) abortion care, and 3) other SRHR in Rwanda. Recognizing that individual, community, and societal factors influence RH, this review is guided by Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory.MethodsEligible studies were conducted in Rwanda, included males and/or females of any age, and were published within the past 20 years. Studies reporting views of only healthcare or other professionals were excluded.ResultsThirty-six studies were included. The majority addressed individual and contextual considerations. At the individual level, studies explored knowledge about SRHR problems while at the interpersonal level, the support and attitudes of men and community members for adolescent SRHR were investigated. In terms of healthcare organization, maternal health practices, increased access to family planning programs, and the need for sexually transmitted infection programs was explored. At the social and cultural level, researchers investigated beliefs and traditional gender roles. Regarding public health policy, studies mentioned promoting and increasing funding for SRHR and reducing gender inequities.ConclusionOur findings can inform SRHR research programs, public health campaigns, and policy advances in Rwanda.</div

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BackgroundResearch efforts in Rwanda to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are increasing; however, comprehensive literature reviews on SRHR are limited. This scoping review examines individual and contextual factors shaping knowledge, attitudes, and practices in the domains of: 1) family planning, 2) abortion care, and 3) other SRHR in Rwanda. Recognizing that individual, community, and societal factors influence RH, this review is guided by Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory.MethodsEligible studies were conducted in Rwanda, included males and/or females of any age, and were published within the past 20 years. Studies reporting views of only healthcare or other professionals were excluded.ResultsThirty-six studies were included. The majority addressed individual and contextual considerations. At the individual level, studies explored knowledge about SRHR problems while at the interpersonal level, the support and attitudes of men and community members for adolescent SRHR were investigated. In terms of healthcare organization, maternal health practices, increased access to family planning programs, and the need for sexually transmitted infection programs was explored. At the social and cultural level, researchers investigated beliefs and traditional gender roles. Regarding public health policy, studies mentioned promoting and increasing funding for SRHR and reducing gender inequities.ConclusionOur findings can inform SRHR research programs, public health campaigns, and policy advances in Rwanda.</div

Ecological systems theory study categories.

BackgroundResearch efforts in Rwanda to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) are increasing; however, comprehensive literature reviews on SRHR are limited. This scoping review examines individual and contextual factors shaping knowledge, attitudes, and practices in the domains of: 1) family planning, 2) abortion care, and 3) other SRHR in Rwanda. Recognizing that individual, community, and societal factors influence RH, this review is guided by Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory.MethodsEligible studies were conducted in Rwanda, included males and/or females of any age, and were published within the past 20 years. Studies reporting views of only healthcare or other professionals were excluded.ResultsThirty-six studies were included. The majority addressed individual and contextual considerations. At the individual level, studies explored knowledge about SRHR problems while at the interpersonal level, the support and attitudes of men and community members for adolescent SRHR were investigated. In terms of healthcare organization, maternal health practices, increased access to family planning programs, and the need for sexually transmitted infection programs was explored. At the social and cultural level, researchers investigated beliefs and traditional gender roles. Regarding public health policy, studies mentioned promoting and increasing funding for SRHR and reducing gender inequities.ConclusionOur findings can inform SRHR research programs, public health campaigns, and policy advances in Rwanda.</div