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Table 2 Inclusion criteria for quantitative studies

From: A hidden HIV epidemic among women in Vietnam

Aspect

Criteria

Sampling method

   - Methods must be clearly described

 

   - Good method of data collection:

 

∘ High risk group: Sampling frame should be made prior the survey.

 

∘ Low risk group: household survey was weighted more than facility-based survey

Sample size

Representative (based on sample size calculation and estimated size of relevant population in a specific province).

 

   - High risk group: sample included at least 20% of high risk population identified in mapping stage

 

   - Low risk group: sample included at least 200 people/province

Interview method

Face-to-face and computer based interviews were weighted more than self-administered interviews

Response rate

> 95%

Frequency of data type

If a study was the only one reporting on key data, it was considered to be included