Niraula, Surya Raj
Niraula, Tika Prasad
Rizwan, Abu Ansar Md
Kafle, Ram C.
Article History
Received: 14 October 2025
Accepted: 22 December 2025
First Online: 12 January 2026
Declarations
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: This study was conducted in strict adherence to ethical research standards declared by Helsinki in 1964 and its subsequent amendments. This study received ethical approval from the Nepal Health Research Council (NHRC). Informed consent was obtained from all participants after clearly explaining the purpose, methodology, potential risks, and benefits of the study in the local language. All participants were assured of the anonymity and confidentiality.
: Not applicable.
: The authors declare no competing interests.