کد مقاله کد نشریه سال انتشار مقاله انگلیسی نسخه تمام متن
6013899 1185926 2012 5 صفحه PDF دانلود رایگان
عنوان انگلیسی مقاله ISI
General practitioners' perceptions on management of epilepsy in primary care settings in Cape Town, South Africa: An exploratory pilot study
موضوعات مرتبط
علوم زیستی و بیوفناوری علم عصب شناسی علوم اعصاب رفتاری
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General practitioners' perceptions on management of epilepsy in primary care settings in Cape Town, South Africa: An exploratory pilot study
چکیده انگلیسی

In a context where there are few neurologists, excellent management of patients with epilepsy at a primary care level is imperative. In South Africa, most uninsured patients suffering from epilepsy and other chronic illnesses are managed by general practitioners in state‐provided primary care settings. We conducted a qualitative pilot study to explore perceptions of doctors working in primary care settings in Cape Town regarding the quality of epilepsy management. Our analysis revealed that these clinicians believe that epilepsy is poorly managed. Attributing factors were consistent with those found in literature. Although study findings cannot be generalized, we conclude that lack of attention to factors impacting on management of epilepsy is a serious concern and may lead to violations of health rights. Urgent prioritization, advocacy, collaboration, and empowerment of healthcare professionals, patients, lay carers, and the general public are needed to improve the management and quality of care of PWE.

ناشر
Database: Elsevier - ScienceDirect (ساینس دایرکت)
Journal: Epilepsy & Behavior - Volume 25, Issue 1, September 2012, Pages 105-109
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