Prevalence of depressive symptoms in patients with advanced schistosomiasis in China: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Yu-Xin QiMeng-Rui HuangHui-Ying SunXiao-Yan WuZe-Ting LiuDa-Bing Lu

Published in: PLoS neglected tropical diseases (2024)

The overall prevalence of depressive symptoms in advanced schistosomiasis in China was high enough to warrant psychotherapeutic interventions, especially for patients with complications. This would greatly prevent or/and reduce depression and improve their quality of life.

Keyphrases

depressive symptoms
risk factors
social support
sleep quality
physical activity