Exploring barriers for trachomatous trichiasis surgery implementation in gamo zone, Southern Ethiopia.
Chuchu ChurkoMekuria Asnakew AsfawZerihun ZerdoPublished in: PLoS neglected tropical diseases (2021)
Post-surgical trichiasis, lack of commitment from government officials and negative perception of patients towards the disease were considered as the reported barriers for implementation of trachomatous trichiasis. Closely supervising the integrated eye care workers would be the first task for district health offices to increase the uptake and improve the quality of service. Logistics and supplies should be made available and adequate to address all affected people in the community.
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