Barriers to Accessing Clubfoot Treatment in South Africa
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https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v13i2.6742Keywords:
clubfoot, barriers, South Africa, Congenital talipes equinovarusAbstract
This journal review critically examines the barriers to accessing clubfoot treatment within the context of South Africa. Through a comprehensive search on PubMed, four pertinent studies were identified and thoroughly analyzed based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. The findings highlight significant impediments hindering access to clubfoot treatment, with prominent factors including geographical distance to treatment facilities, limited awareness regarding the severity of the condition, and logistical challenges in accessing specialized care. While these identified barriers shed light on the current challenges faced by clubfoot patients in South Africa, the review underscores the necessity for further research to comprehensively explore additional barriers and their underlying causes across diverse regions within the country. This extended analysis emphasizes the multifaceted nature of obstacles to accessing clubfoot treatment and underscores the imperative for targeted interventions to enhance accessibility and mitigate disparities in care delivery.
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