The schistosomiasis consortium for operational research and evaluation rapid answers project: Systematic reviews and meta-analysis to provide policy recommendations based on available evidence

Charles H. King, David Bertsch, Gisele N. Andrade, Michael Burnim, Amara E. Ezeamama, Sue Binder, Daniel G. Colley

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Abstract

The Schistosomiasis Consortium for Operational Research and Evaluation (SCORE) was established in late 2008 to conduct operational research to inform global health practices related to the control and elimination of schistosomiasis. The greatest part of the SCORE investment has been in multiyear, long-term efforts, including clusterrandomized trials of gaining and sustaining control of schistosomiasis, trials on elimination of schistosomiasis, and diagnostic test development and evaluation. In the course of planning and conducting SCORE studies, critical questions were raised that could be answered relatively quickly by collecting, collating, and synthesizing existing data. Through its Rapid Answers Project (RAP), the SCORE conducted seven systematic reviews, including four associated metaanalyses, on issues related to screening for schistosomiasis, enhancing mass drug administration, treatment impacts, and the efficacy of snail control for prevention of human schistosomiasis. This article summarizes the findings of the seven RAP reports and provides links to the studies and their supporting information.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)92-96
Number of pages5
JournalAmerican Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
Volume103
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 2020
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Virology
  • Parasitology

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