Is insufficient knowledge of epilepsy the reason for low levels of healthcare in the Lao PDR?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The treatment gap for epilepsy is considerable in low and middle-income countries. In the Lao PDR it is estimated at over 90%. Health workers play a significant role in bridging the gap between people with epilepsy (PWE) and access t...

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Main Authors: Harimanana Aina, Chivorakul Phetvongsinh, Souvong Vimalay, Preux Pierre-Marie, Barennes Hubert
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2013-02-01
Series:BMC Health Services Research
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Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6963/13/41