A5056680191- Reproductive tract infections research
- Ophthalmology and Visual Impairment Studies
- Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Intraocular Surgery and Lenses
- Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
- Retinal and Optic Conditions
- Ocular Surface and Contact Lens
- Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
- Facial Rejuvenation and Surgery Techniques
- Urinary and Genital Oncology Studies
- Ophthalmology and Visual Health Research
- Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare
- Surgical Simulation and Training
- Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
- Global Healthcare and Medical Tourism
- Infectious Disease Case Reports and Treatments
- Veterinary Practice and Education Studies
- Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
- Parasites and Host Interactions
- Pelvic floor disorders treatments
- Preterm Birth and Chorioamnionitis
- Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders
- Land Rights and Reforms
- Ocular Infections and Treatments
International Trachoma Initiative
2015-2024
Woldia University
2024
To complete the baseline trachoma map worldwide by conducting population-based surveys in an estimated 1238 suspected endemic districts of 34 countries.A series national and sub-national projects owned, managed staffed ministries health, conduct house-to-house cluster random sample evaluation units, which generally correspond to "health district" size: populations 100,000-250,000 people. In each unit, we invite all residents aged 1 year older from h households c clusters be examined for...
BackgroundPoor follow-up after cataract surgery in developing countries makes assessment of operative quality uncertain. We aimed to assess two strategies measure visual outcome: recording the acuity all patients 3 or fewer days postoperatively (early postoperative assessment), and that only those who returned for final examination 40 more without additional prompting.MethodsEach centres ten Asia, Africa, Latin America recruited 40–120 consecutive surgical patients. Operative-eye...
Purpose: We sought to estimate the prevalence of trachoma at sufficiently fine resolution allow elimination interventions begin, where required, in Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNPR) Ethiopia.Methods: carried out cross-sectional population-based surveys 14 rural zones. A 2-stage cluster randomized sampling technique was used. total 40 evaluation units (EUs) covering 110 districts ("woredas") were surveyed from February 2013 May 2014 as part Global Trachoma Mapping...
Purpose Trachoma is endemic in Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' (SNNP) Sidama regions of Ethiopia. We aimed to measure the prevalence trachomatous inflammation – follicular (TF) among children aged 1 − 9 years trichiasis (TT) unknown health system people ≥15 following interventions for trachoma 52 woredas SNNP regions.Methods From 2017 2019, 66 two-stage cluster sampling cross-sectional population-based surveys were carried out (third-level administrative divisions) using a...
Objective About 90% of eye health problems are preventable or curable with existing cost-effective interventions. There is limited evidence on healthcare utilisation (ECU) and the factors influencing it in study area. This aimed to determine level ECU associated Southern Ethiopia. Design A community-based, cross-sectional was conducted Ethiopia from 1 June 15 July 2023. Data were analysed using SPSS V.27. Setting Two selected districts (Dita Uba Debretsehay) Participants Permanent residents...
<h3>Importance</h3> Some experts recommend increasing low rates of follow-up after cataract surgery in low- and middle-income countries using various interventions. However, little is known about the cost effect such <h3>Objective</h3> To examine whether promoting creates economic value. <h3>Design, Setting, Participants</h3> The Prospective Review Early Cataract Outcomes Grading (PRECOG) a cohort study with data from patients undergoing January 19, 2010, to April 18, 2012. Final was...
Background Poor surgical outcomes remain a problem in trachoma-endemic countries working to reach elimination thresholds. Methods improve could positively impact programmatic success. This parallel, three-armed clinical trial conducted Ethiopia randomized individuals with previously unoperated trachomatous trichiasis (TT) receive surgery utilizing one of three approaches: bilamellar tarsal rotation 3 mm incision height (BLTR-3), BLTR 5 (BLTR-5) and posterior lamellar (PLTR). We followed...
<ns4:p>Background The discovery spurred further exploration, leading to the expansion of opal mining into neighboring districts. Numerous cooperative groups, composed small-scale miners, traditionally explore, develop, and extract significant amounts rough gemstones. This study tries investigate challenges economic impacts traditional practice in wollo province Ethiopia. Methods used this is primary data collected from rural households, which are living five districts north zone, Amhara...
Introduction Trachomatous trichiasis (TT) is a condition in which the eyelid turns inward and eyelashes abrade front part of eye. To prevent eventual blindness, surgery recommended. Two surgical procedures are commonly used, bilamellar tarsal rotation (BLTR) posterior lamellar (PLTR). Evidence suggests that incision height type may affect risk postoperative TT (PTT) other outcomes. However, these studies have not prospectively compared impact on Methods analysis Maximising Success (MTSS)...
Introduction: The World Health Organization has identified management of postoperative trichiasis (PTT) as one the key remaining areas focus needed to eliminate blinding trachoma a public health problem. We developed Bevel-Rotation Advancement Procedure (B-RAP) treat individuals who need repeat surgery. Methods: Scarring caused by surgery can cause eyelid become thick and distorted, making more difficult. To minimize thickness following B-RAP, beveled incision tarsus is made allowing...
While surgical simulation is regularly used in training high-income country settings, it uncommon low- and middle-income countries, particularly for that primarily occurs rural areas. We designed evaluated a novel simulator improving trachomatous trichiasis (TT) surgery training, given mostly found among the poorest individuals areas.TT programs were invited to incorporate with new, high fidelity, low-cost into their training. Trainees completed standard TT-surgery following World Health...
Background: Mass azithromycin distributions are effective for clearing ocular strains of Chlamydia trachomatis, yet infection frequently returns in areas with hyperendemic trachoma. A better understanding the factors associated chlamydial reinfection could be helpful to plan trachoma elimination strategies.Methods: This was a prospective cohort study conducted trachoma-hyperendemic region Ethiopia 2003. As part larger cluster-randomized trial, 21 villages were treated single mass...
Introduction: Trachoma is one of the 20 neglected tropical diseases and a serious public health problem in Ethiopia. To reach WHO elimination target by 2020, SAFE (Surgery, Antibiotics, Facial cleanliness, Environmental improvement) strategy has been implemented Southern Nations, Nationalities, Peoples' Region (SNNPRs), Scarce evidence exists regarding recent progress achieving active trachoma (< 5%) how well implemented.
 Methodology: A retrospective analysis programmatic data...
Achieving elimination of trachoma as a public health problem in trichiasis-endemic districts requires systematic approach to trichiasis case finding and outreach.Programme monitoring data from seven countries for 2017-2019 were used explore the efficiency different community mobilisation approaches uptake surgical services.Three (Ethiopia, Kenya Mozambique) using broad-based strategies had large numbers people presenting at outreach but only 2.9% them trichiasis, while four (Nigeria,...
Abstract Background Blindness and poor eyesight are significant public health issues globally specifically in Ethiopia. In Ethiopia, there is limited access to cataract surgery refractive error treatment centers. Therefore, this study aimed evaluate the role of system support improving eye care services, particularly services two secondary units (SECUs). Methods A parallel mixed-lived experience was conducted SECUs. desk review relevant project documents facility activity reports performed...
ABSTRACT Background and Aims Access to eye health care, which has a substantial influence on quality of life, is crucial for preventing treating vision impairments. The determinants access care in Ethiopia, especially the Gamo Gofa Zones southern are not well known. Therefore, this study aimed identify barriers accessing services at community level. Methods A community‐based, exploratory descriptive qualitative was conducted among adult women men residing two zones from June 2 July 10, 2023....
Trachoma control programs use multiple approaches to identify individuals with trachomatous trichiasis (TT). Evidence is limited regarding which are most effective and cost-efficient.
Abstract Background Postoperative trachomatous trichiasis (PTT) is a challenge for surgery programs. Little known about PTT patients’ perceptions regarding outcomes and future disease management. This study aimed to understand the characteristics of patients, how they managed their prior surgeries uptake. Methods Patients with were identified during an existing screening program in Hadiya Zone, Ethiopia. A vision assessment evaluation eyelids conducted determine distance vision, presence...