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Prevalence of depression and associated factors among patients with epilepsy at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia, 2019

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  • Banchlay Addis
  • Maereg Wolde
  • Amare Minyihun
  • Andualem Yalew Aschalew

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Introduction: Depression is a commonly overwhelming problem among patients with epilepsy which compromises their quality of life especially in developing countries. Previously limited studies were conducted using Becks Depression Inventory tool in Ethiopia. The aim of this study’s objective was to determine the prevalence of depression and associated factors among patients with epilepsy. Methods: Institution based cross-sectional study was employed at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital from March 01–30, 2019.A total of 370 participants were selected using an interview administered structured questionnaire. Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale was used to assess the prevalence of depression.Multivariable logistic regression analysis was done to investigate potential predictors and variables with a P-value of

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  • Banchlay Addis & Maereg Wolde & Amare Minyihun & Andualem Yalew Aschalew, 2021. "Prevalence of depression and associated factors among patients with epilepsy at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia, 2019," PLOS ONE, Public Library of Science, vol. 16(10), pages 1-10, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pone00:0257942
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0257942
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