Does test-based prescription of evidence-based treatment for malaria improve treatment seeking and satisfaction? Findings of repeated cross-sectional surveys in Papua New Guinea.

Justin PulfordOlga P M SaweriCaroline JefferyPeter M SibaIvo MuellerManuel W Hetzel

Published in: BMJ global health (2018)

Nationwide implementation of test-based ACT prescription in Papua New Guinea has increased the likelihood of critical treatment seeking delays and decreased patient satisfaction with the service received.

Keyphrases

cross sectional
mental health
healthcare
patient satisfaction
primary care
combination therapy