Development of an integrated, holistic care package for people with lymphoedema for use at the level of the Primary Health Care Unit in Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) are a group of several communicable and non-communicable diseases prevalent in tropical and subtropical areas. The co-endemicity of these diseases, the similarity of their clinical signs, and the need to maximize limited financial and human resources suggest the importance of adoptingan integratedapproach to their prevention and treatment.

Aims

This study describes the development of a comprehensive package of physical, mental health and psychosocial care for people with lower-limb lymphoedema caused bypodoconiosis, lymphatic filariasis (LF)or leprosy as part of the EnDPoINT program in Ethiopia.

Method

The care package was developed using a mixed-methods approach, consisting of a literature review, situational analysis, Th

SUBMITTER: Tesfaye A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8086999 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature