SAGE Open Med Case Rep
July 2024
Functional neurological symptom disorder (FNSD) is a complex condition with multifactorial etiology in which psychological factors may play a significant role in some patients, and they are not universally present or necessary for the diagnosis. FNSD can occur in the absence of psychological distress and each patient's presentation should be evaluated individually, considering a wide range of potential contributing factors. This is the first report related to prevalence data from Rwanda.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Depression is a significant global public health concern, affecting individuals across different age groups and cultural backgrounds. However, screening for depression remains an essential but often neglected aspect of healthcare, particularly in outpatient settings. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of depression among outpatients visiting the internal medicine department of the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali in Rwanda and evaluate the feasibility of implementing a depression screening program in this setting.
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October 2023
This report presents a case study of a patient who experienced depression and panic disorder symptoms associated with the use of Implanon, a contraceptive implant. This is a rare case of related prevalence data. The purpose of this report is to explore the potential relationship between Implanon and the development of these psychiatric conditions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Cervical cancer is a global public health problem with marked geographical disparity. High morbidity and mortality rates in developing countries are associated with low screening rates. In 2020, in Rwanda, 3.
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