Diagnostic work-up of neurological syndromes in a rural African setting: knowledge, attitudes and practices of health care providers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Neurological disorders of infectious origin are common in rural sub-Saharan Africa and usually have serious consequences. Unfortunately, these syndromes are often poorly documented for lack of diagnostic tools. Clinical management of these diseases is a major challenge in under-equipped rural health centers and hospitals. We documented health care provider knowledge, attitudes and practices related to this syndrome in two rural health zones in Bandundu Province, Democratic Republic of Congo.

Methods

We used a qualitative research approach combining observation, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. We observed 20 patient-provider contacts related to a neurological syndrome, conducted 12 individual interviews and 4 focus group discussions with care provi

SUBMITTER: Mpanya A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4207747 | biostudies-literature | 2014

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature