Publications by authors named "Mayoura Bounlu"
Background: Epilepsy affects more than 50 million people worldwide, 80% of whom live in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). In Southeast Asia, the prevalence is moderate (6‰), and the main public health challenge is reducing the treatment gap, which reaches more than 90% in rural areas.
Methods: This 12-month comparative study (intervention vs.
Background And Aim: Traditional practices are deeply rooted in Lao people's perceptions and beliefs about health and illness.The objective of the study was to understand the perceptions of healthcare professionals and traditional healers regarding the management of epilepsy in Laos, and their reciprocal views.
Experimental Procedure: An observational study was carried out in two areas of Laos from February to May 2017.
Article Synopsis
- More than 70 million people globally suffer from epilepsy, especially in regions with poor healthcare systems where accessibility to anti-epileptic drugs is limited, leading to increased interest in herbal medicines for treatment.
- The study aimed to analyze the efficacy and safety of herbal remedies for epilepsy across Asia, Africa, and Latin America, compiling information on plant species that have shown promise based on traditional use and pharmacological effects.
- A comprehensive search resulted in 1886 articles, yielding 106 studies that featured 351 plant species, with a focus on ethnopharmacological use and pharmacological assessments, indicating a significant interest in these natural treatments.
Relevance: A low level of knowledge about epilepsy among health workers, a context of stigmatizing sociocultural beliefs, and a low availability of antiepileptic drugs in Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR) are major gaps in the medical management of people with epilepsy in this country.
Objectives: The principal objective of the study was to identify the associated factors of adherence to community healthcare structures in Lao PDR. Specific objectives were to evaluate patients' adherence status, practices and knowledge about epilepsy and its care, and factors influencing decision-making on therapeutic interventions.