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The results of this review will inform future global health programme design and research, including mental health.<\/jats:p>\n          <\/jats:sec>\n          <jats:sec>\n            <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n            <jats:p>Database searches were conducted in Embase, Scopus, PubMed, PsycINFO (Elsevier), HMIC Health Management Information Consortium, MEDLINE, Social Policy and Practice, Web of Science and Global Health. The latest searches were run in January 2023. Data on study characteristics were descriptively synthesised. Extracted data regarding exit strategy processes and components were analysed using thematic synthesis.<\/jats:p>\n          <\/jats:sec>\n          <jats:sec>\n            <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n            <jats:p>Twenty-three articles (reflecting 22 studies) were identified for inclusion. Within these, eight key components of successful exit strategies were identified: (1) shared principles and values, (2) resource stability, (3) operational linkages, (4) local champions, (5) staff care and capacity, (6) leadership promotion, (7) mentoring and evaluation and (8) context-sensitive flexibility of exit. The studies showcased the complexity and interdependent nature of exit strategies in varied health contexts and provided insights into effective processes for sustained implementation.<\/jats:p>\n          <\/jats:sec>\n          <jats:sec>\n            <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n            <jats:p>This review highlights the importance of planning for sustainability from the outset of health programmes in LMICs. The application of effective, contextually adaptive exit strategies is critical to ensuring the continuity of health gains after external support ends. 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