Geostatistical modelling of the distribution, risk and burden of podoconiosis in Kenya.

Kebede DeribeHadley Matendechero SultaniCollins OkoyoWyckliff P OmondiIsaac NgereMelanie J NewportJorge Cano

Published in: Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (2022)

The burden of podoconiosis is relatively low in Kenya and is mostly restricted to certain small geographical areas. Our results will help guide targeted prevention and treatment approaches through local planning, spatial targeting and tailored surveillance activities.

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