A practical method of active case finding and epidemiological assessment: its origin and application in the leprosy control project in Indonesia.

Random sample surveys in the past have revealed high estimated against low registered prevalences for leprosy in several parts of Indonesia. A pilot project showed that the problem of cases that had not yet been detected could not be solved without the active participation of the local authorities, who proved able to overcome the stigma and to convince potential patients to go for examination and treatment. The pilot project was based on the principle of what are called exploration surveys, which were introduced by Sitanala in Indonesia in 1931.

The approach to the leprosy problem in the past in Indonesia. A historical review of leprosy control activities in Indonesia during the last centuries.

Due to the severe disabilities leprosy has always been a disease which appealed to the imagination. In bygone centuries cause and treatment were unknown and the fear to be infected was enormous. In Indonesia medical officers struggled with the problem.

Case detection rates for Central Burma (1962-1972).

A short description of the leprosy control program in Burmpa is given and the decrease of the case detection rates during thhe period 1962-1972 are presented to show the effects of control measures in the program emphasizing the importance of early case detection through annual examination of household contacts and school children, regular treatment and health education.