Barriers and Facilitators to Tuberculosis Case Notification in Private Health Facilities in Kampala, Uganda
Author Information
Author(s): Kembabazi Veronica, Ssentongo Julius, Rutebemberwa Elizeus
Primary Institution: Makerere University School of Public Health, Kampala, Uganda
Hypothesis
What are the facilitators and barriers to TB case notification among private health facilities in Kampala Capital City?
Conclusion
Private health facilities in Kampala are willing to notify TB cases but require more support and resources to do so effectively.
Supporting Evidence
- 39.3% of surveyed facilities were in Nakawa division.
- 55.4% of respondents were male.
- TB case notification rates in private health facilities are estimated to be as low as 20%.
- Regular supervision and engagement from the NTLP were identified as key facilitators.
Takeaway
This study found that private health facilities in Kampala want to help with TB case notifications, but they need more training and resources to do it well.
Methodology
A cross-sectional mixed-methods study involving structured questionnaires and interviews with health workers and key informants.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data may introduce reporting bias.
Limitations
The study only included accredited facilities reporting in DHIS2, which may not represent all private health facilities.
Participant Demographics
55.4% male, mean age 32.6 years (SD = 8.6), majority from Nakawa division.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95%CI 0.05,0.47
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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