2022
DOI: 10.4314/ahs.v22i2.45
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The diagnostic upper GI endoscopy camp: a pilot for enhancing service provision and training in eastern Uganda

Abstract: Background: Upper gastrointestinal (UGI) symptoms are common in East Africa but there is limited diagnostic endoscopy availability. Surgical camps are a recognised method of providing intensive service provision and training. We describe a novel application of the camp model for diagnostic UGI endoscopy in eastern Uganda. Methods: A 7-day camp took place in an existing endoscopy department of Mbale Regional Referral Hospital. Patients with symptoms warranting investigation were invited for free diagnosti… Show more

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“…It includes: cardiovascular disease [26][27][28][29][30][31] ; cancer [32][33][34][35][36][37][38] . The rest include: kidney disease [39][40] ; foreign bodies in the esophagus and liver cirrhosis [41][42] ; and GI endoscopy [43][44] . References 1.…”
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“…It includes: cardiovascular disease [26][27][28][29][30][31] ; cancer [32][33][34][35][36][37][38] . The rest include: kidney disease [39][40] ; foreign bodies in the esophagus and liver cirrhosis [41][42] ; and GI endoscopy [43][44] . References 1.…”
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confidence: 99%