The last frontier for global non-communicable disease action: The emergency department-A cross-sectional study from East Africa.

Christine NgaruiyaMbatha WambuaThomas Kedera MutuaDaniel OwamboMorgan MuchemiKipkoech RopKaitlin R MaciejewskiRebecca LeffMugane MutuaBenjamin Wachira

Published in: PloS one (2021)

This study establishes the ED as a high-risk population with potential for high impact in East Africa, should targeted interventions be implemented. Comprehension of the unique epidemiology and characteristics of patients presenting to the ED is key to guide care in African populations.

Keyphrases

emergency department
end stage renal disease
healthcare
physical activity
ejection fraction
palliative care
risk factors
peritoneal dialysis
cancer therapy
risk assessment
genetic diversity
affordable care act