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The research aims to evaluate the ethical compliance of a study regarding short birth intervals among women.

March 24, 2026Open Access

Expression of concern: “Magnitude of short birth interval and associated factors among reproductive age women at rural Kebeles of Gidan Woreda, North Wollo, Amhara, Ethiopia: A cross sectional study, 2023” Heliyon 11 (2025) e42151

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The research aims to evaluate the ethical compliance of a study regarding short birth intervals among women.
Investigation initiated by Elsevier's Research Integrity & Publishing Ethics team.
Assessment of ethical approval status from the Institutional Ethical Review Board.
Review of compliance with journal policies.
It was found that the pilot study occurred before formal ethical approval.
Uncertainty exists regarding the article's compliance with ethical standards.

Abstract

Post-publication an investigation conducted by Elsevier's Research Integrity & Publishing Ethics team on behalf of the journal established that a pilot study for this article was carried out prior to the formal ethical approval date from the Institutional Ethical Review Board (IERB) of Debre Berhan University, Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus (AWHSC). It cannot be established whether the article complies with the journal's policies on ethical approval.

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