Translation, adaptation and validation of an epilepsy screening instrument in two Ghanaian languages.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The prevalence of epilepsy in sub-Saharan Africa varies considerably, and the exact estimate for Ghana remains unclear, particularly in peri-urban areas where data are scarce. More community-based studies are required to understand better the actual burden of epilepsy in these areas and the difficulties in accessing healthcare.

Objective

To adapt and validate a household survey epilepsy-screening instrument in Shai-Osudoku and Ningo-Prampram District of Greater Accra Region, Ghana.

Methods

We developed a 17-item epilepsy screening instrument by modifying previously validated English language questionnaires. We included questions that could identify convulsive and non-convulsive seizures. Language experts forward- and back-translated the questionnaires int

SUBMITTER: Darkwa EK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11741578 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature