期刊
EPILEPSY & BEHAVIOR
卷 25, 期 1, 页码 105-109出版社
ACADEMIC PRESS INC ELSEVIER SCIENCE
DOI: 10.1016/j.yebeh.2012.06.003
关键词
General practitioners; Perceptions; Management; Epilepsy; Primary care settings; Exploratory qualitative study; South Africa
资金
- UCT Directorate of Primary Health Care
- Emerging Researchers' Carnegie grant
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. (C) 2012 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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