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Showing 1 to 20 of 144 for “"Low and Middle Income Countries (LMICs)"”.
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Surgical care of children born with birth defects in low and middle income countries [LMICs] using anorectal malformation [ARM] as a case study
… one of the leading causes of infant mortality and lifelong disabilities worldwide. They disproportionately affect low and middle income countries [LMICs], where limited healthcare services, financial hardship, and societal stigma further increase the burden of these conditions. The thesis aims …
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A systematic review of digital health tools used for decision support by frontline health workers (FLHWs) in low- and middle- income countries (LMICs)
In in low-and middle-income countries (LMIC), where there are very few trained physicians and nurses, community health workers (CHWs) are often the only providers of healthcare to millions of people. Such LMIC are countries that are classified, based on their geographic region and Gross National …
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Characterisation of phenotypes of inflammation, fibrosis and remodeling in chronic rheumatic heart disease using multiparametric cardiovascular magnetic resonance and autophagy markers
… to valvular damage, heart failure, arrhythmias and pulmonary hypertension is the major source of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in the young, predominantly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). We investigated the association of valve lesions in RHD with cardiovascular magnetic …
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Capital equipment as a service : emerging models for equipment businesses in low and middle-income economies
… is a critical component of almost every industry and is used to create valuable goods and services for the end customers. However, the initial cost of acquisition and subsequent running costs associated with these equipment pose a significant barrier to young businesses. While servitizing capital …
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Automation of Radiation Treatment Planning For Cervical Cancer
… cancer is one of the most common cancer in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The mortality rate can be reduced if radiation treatment becomes widely available. However, due to the lack of radiation treatment facilities and human resources, many cervical cancer patients in Africa are …
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Barriers to healthcare access by undocumented migrants in low-and middle-income countries: A qualitative systematic review
… well documented in the context of migration from low- and middle- to high-income countries, less attention has been paid to irregular migration within low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study reviewed and synthesized the available literature on barriers to accessing health systems …
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A retrospective review of complications in a South African neurocritical care unit over one year
… patients with pathologies involving the brain and spine. Complications peculiar to such units in Low- and Middle-income countries (LMICs) are relatively undocumented. Objectives: To determine the complications in a NCCU at Groote Schuur Hospital (GSH) over 1 year and their association with ICU …
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Factors influencing childhood overweight and obesity in low and middle-income countries: a systematic review
… the current literature on childhood overweight and obesity in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) as defined by the World Bank. Many LMICs are experiencing a dual burden of under- and over-nutrition which has a widespread impact on global health. In addition, globalization and changes in …
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Attitudes and perception of healthcare workers in health facilities with regards to the 'Intention to Use' of the Road to Health Booklet (RtHB)
Introduction: That low and middle income countries (LMICs) are plagued with high burdens of disease and limited health resources is well documented in the literature. These two realities necessitate the availability of good quality and reliable information to enable the efficient distribution of …
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A universal framework to evaluate community-based rehabilitation interventions
… with disabilities by promoting social inclusion and equal opportunities. Despite its widespread use, there is no standardised framework to evaluate CBR interventions, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This gap limits the ability to assess programme effectiveness and inform …
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Integration of ear and hearing care services in low and middle-income health systems: a systematic review and qualitative synthesis
Hearing loss is a global public health burden and mostly affects those living in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). Hearing loss is expected to significantly increase without public health interventions. One approach to address ongoing challenges is the World Health Organisation's …
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The Reuse of Circular External Fixator Components: An Assessment of Safety and Potential Savings
… The aim of the study was to determine the safety and cost saving associated with the reuse of definitive circular external fixator components in a resource constrained environment. Method: We performed a retrospective review of all adult patients who were treated with either new or reused circular …
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Assessing the effectiveness and challenges of adverse drug reaction reporting systems: a systematic review
… of medicinal products, medical devices and cosmetics. However, persistent underreporting remains a major global concern that limits the early detection of drug safety issues and may ultimately compromise patient well-being. Strengthening ADR reporting systems is therefore crucial for …
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Mapping the implementation of formal cross-border patient migration from Eswatini to South Africa through the Phalala Fund: an interpretive policy analysis
The rise of pandemics and epidemics underscores the global nature of health systems, transcending national boundaries across low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study delves into Eswatini's health system's challenges in implementing formal cross-border patient migration to South Africa …
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Organization-Level Determinants for Low Secondary Traumatic Stress in Lay Counselors Delivering Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Kenya
Eighty percent of the world’s youth live in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), yet access to trauma-focused mental health care in these settings remains limited despite a high burden of mental health disorders and trauma exposure among youth. Task-shifting models that train lay counselors to …
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Expectations, Experiences and Impact of Engagement Between Health Researchers and Schools in Kenya
… international settings where wealth, educational and cultural differences between host communities and researchers are often stark. Engagement approaches are diverse, addressing a wide range of goals. The School Engagement Programme (SEP) forms part of a wider platform of community engagement …
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Myths and Misconceptions of Traumatic Brain Injuries Among High School Learners and University Students in South Africa
… Injury (TBI) is a major cause of disability and death around the world with an annual worldwide prevalence rate ranging from 369 per 100 000 people (James et al., 2019). TBI is specifically more concerning in adolescents and young adults as rates of injuries acquired during this period are …
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Evaluating a South African mobile application for healthcare professionals to improve diagnosis and notification of pesticide poisonings
… global public health problem, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) including South Africa. However, healthcare professionals (HCPs) worldwide have limited training in handling environmental health risks such as from pesticide exposures. Most HCPs lack basic training on APP …
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South African medical device regulatory pathways: A case study of the effect of the emergency authorization protocols during the Covid-19 pandemic
Local medical device translation in Low-and Middle-Income countries (LMICs) is unpredictable and accompanied by demanding, complex, and time-consuming regulatory processes. This complicates local innovation and manufacturing and further restricts access to safe, dependable, and appropriate medical …
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Protected at work but not at home: para-occupational ‘take-home’ herbicide residue exposure risks amongst forestry workers families in South Africa
… exposure amongst worker’s families in Low-and middle-income countries (LMICs) is not well characterised. This is concerning as research shows the association between long-term low-dose herbicide exposure and the development of adverse health effects. This study explored 'take-home’ …
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