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Article History

Received: 22 September 2025

Accepted: 5 March 2026

First Online: 17 March 2026

Declarations

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: All methods of the study were carried out following relevant guidelines and regulations of the Declaration of Helsinki and approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) of Wolkite University, College of Medicine and Health Sciences with the registration number (RCSUILC/017/24). Prior to participation, all individuals received detailed information about the purpose, procedures, risks, and benefits of the study in a language they understood. Written informed consent was obtained from all participants, confirming their voluntary participation. Participants were informed of their right to decline or withdraw from the study at any time without penalty or loss of benefits. Strict measures were implemented to ensure privacy, confidentiality, and the anonymity of all data collected and reported.

: Not applicable.

: The authors declare no competing interests.