Publications by authors named "Y T Modeste Lengane"
Background: The growing burden of Parkinson's disease (PD) in Africa necessitates the identification of available therapies and services to improve patient care.
Objective: To investigate the availability, affordability, frequency of usage, and insurance coverage of PD therapies (pharmacological, surgical, physical, and speech therapies) and services including specialized clinics, specialists, and nurses across Africa.
Methods: A comprehensive web-based survey was constructed and distributed to neurologists/physicians with a special interest in PD across Africa.
Article Synopsis
- Telemedicine (TM) uses telecommunications to deliver medical services, while telehealth (TH) provides broader support for patients and families, crucial for managing epilepsy.
- There is a significant gap in the knowledge and utilization of TH between developing and developed nations, despite epilepsy affecting over 50 million people globally.
- With 80% of individuals with epilepsy living in low- and middle-income countries, TH has the potential to improve access to care and address resource shortages.