@phdthesis{27819,
  keywords = {Spatial epidemiology, Podoconiosis, Non-filarial elephantiasis, Mapping, Geographical distribution, Elimination, Elephantiasis},
  author = {Deribe K},
  title = {Mapping the spatial distribution and epidemiology of podoconiosis in Ethiopia: implications for disease control.},
  abstract = {<p>In the last ten years, there has been significant progress towards the prevention, control and elimination of podoconiosis as a health problem. There are however gaps in our understanding of the epidemiology and geography of podoconiosis that hinder the planning and scale-up of intervention activities. Therefore, this PhD project aimed to define the current geographical distribution and disease burden of podoconiosis in Ethiopia and investigate underlying risk factors.</p>

<p>This thesis adopted two main approaches to understanding distribution: first, historical data were compiled and analysed; second, a nationwide mapping survey was conducted. These data were contextualised through a systematic review of the literature on neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Ethiopia. The data were also used to develop elimination targets and endemicity classifications in a Delphi exercise involving a range of international NTD experts.</p>
},
  year = {2016},
  volume = {PhD},
  pages = {374 p.},
  publisher = {University of Brighton},
  address = {Brighton},
  url = {http://eprints.brighton.ac.uk/15486/1/PhD_Thesis_Kebede_Deribe_22_01_2016_2.pdf},
  language = {eng},
}