Changes in epidemiological indices following the introduction of WHO MDT into the Guyana leprosy control programme.
In December 1981 the multidrug regimen recommended by the WHO Study Group of October 1981, was introduced into the Guyana Hansen's Disease Programme. This paper examines the changes that occurred in epidemiological indices over the 6 years following the introduction of MDT and also evaluates changing work loads and staffing patterns.
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D015331:Cohort Studies; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D004359:Drug Therapy, Combination; D006172:Guyana; D006801:Humans; D007917:Leprostatic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D007918:Leprosy / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D014944:World Health Organization
D007917:Leprostatic Agents