Global epidemiology of podoconiosis: A systematic review.

Kebede Deribe Jorge CanoMei L TruebaMelanie J NewportGail Davey

Published in: PLoS neglected tropical diseases (2018)

Our data suggest that podoconiosis is more widespread in the African Region than in the rest of the regions, although this could be related to the fact that most podoconiosis epidemiological research has been focused in the African continent. The assembled dataset confirms that comprehensive podoconiosis control strategies such as promotion of footwear and personal hygiene are urgently needed in endemic parts of Africa. Mapping, active surveillance and a systematic approach to the monitoring of disease burden must accompany the implementation of podoconiosis control activities.

Keyphrases

primary care
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risk factors
high resolution
big data
quality improvement
machine learning
mass spectrometry
high density
artificial intelligence
drug induced
oral health
data analysis