Burden of respiratory problems in low-income and middle-income countries.

Clark, J; Kochovska, S; Currow, DC

Burden of respiratory problems in low-income and middle-income countries.

Clark, J Kochovska, S

Currow, DC

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Publication Type:: Journal Article
Citation:: Curr Opin Support Palliat Care, 2022, 16, (4), pp. 210-215
Issue Date:: 2022-12-01

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dc.contributor.author	Clark, J
dc.contributor.author	Kochovska, S https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3531-0389
dc.contributor.author	Currow, DC
dc.date.accessioned	2023-06-30T20:30:00Z
dc.date.available	2023-06-30T20:30:00Z
dc.date.issued	2022-12-01
dc.identifier.citation	Curr Opin Support Palliat Care, 2022, 16, (4), pp. 210-215
dc.identifier.issn	1751-4258
dc.identifier.issn	1751-4266
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/171044
dc.description.abstract	PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Chronic respiratory diseases are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs). We aim to review prevalence of respiratory diseases and related symptoms, which contribute significantly to burden of disease in LMICs. We report global estimates of respiratory problems amongst adults in LMICs and recent findings relating to community prevalence and impact of respiratory problems. We conclude by identifying research priorities for improved recognition and palliation of respiratory problems. RECENT FINDINGS: We report findings from 16 studies, highlighting key issues relevant to burden of respiratory problems in LMICs. COPD and associated symptoms are identified as important drivers of increasing respiratory problems in LMICs, with an estimated prevalence of 7.2%. Negative impacts of respiratory diseases include: reduced physical function (capacity to work), quality of life (depression; anxiety) and socioeconomic wellbeing (healthcare costs; earning potential). Locally appropriate palliative care interventions may improve quality of life without increasing costs. SUMMARY: Prevention and treatment of respiratory diseases is essential for improved wellbeing. We identify missed opportunities for measurement and understanding of burden caused by respiratory problems within efforts to measure illness prevalence. We highlight need for symptom management interventions, developed in context of local cultural beliefs and behaviours.
dc.format	Print-Electronic
dc.language	eng
dc.publisher	LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS
dc.relation.ispartof	Curr Opin Support Palliat Care
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dc.subject	1110 Nursing, 1117 Public Health and Health Services
dc.subject.classification	Oncology & Carcinogenesis
dc.subject.mesh	Adult
dc.subject.mesh	Humans
dc.subject.mesh	Developing Countries
dc.subject.mesh	Quality of Life
dc.subject.mesh	Income
dc.subject.mesh	Prevalence
dc.subject.mesh	Anxiety
dc.subject.mesh	Humans
dc.subject.mesh	Prevalence
dc.subject.mesh	Anxiety
dc.subject.mesh	Developing Countries
dc.subject.mesh	Quality of Life
dc.subject.mesh	Adult
dc.subject.mesh	Income
dc.subject.mesh	Adult
dc.subject.mesh	Humans
dc.subject.mesh	Developing Countries
dc.subject.mesh	Quality of Life
dc.subject.mesh	Income
dc.subject.mesh	Prevalence
dc.subject.mesh	Anxiety
dc.title	Burden of respiratory problems in low-income and middle-income countries.
dc.type	Journal Article
utslib.citation.volume	16
utslib.location.activity	United States
utslib.for	1110 Nursing
utslib.for	1117 Public Health and Health Services
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Health
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Health/IMPACCT
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dc.date.updated	2023-06-30T20:29:59Z
pubs.issue	4
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utslib.citation.issue	4

Abstract:

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Chronic respiratory diseases are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs). We aim to review prevalence of respiratory diseases and related symptoms, which contribute significantly to burden of disease in LMICs. We report global estimates of respiratory problems amongst adults in LMICs and recent findings relating to community prevalence and impact of respiratory problems. We conclude by identifying research priorities for improved recognition and palliation of respiratory problems. RECENT FINDINGS: We report findings from 16 studies, highlighting key issues relevant to burden of respiratory problems in LMICs. COPD and associated symptoms are identified as important drivers of increasing respiratory problems in LMICs, with an estimated prevalence of 7.2%. Negative impacts of respiratory diseases include: reduced physical function (capacity to work), quality of life (depression; anxiety) and socioeconomic wellbeing (healthcare costs; earning potential). Locally appropriate palliative care interventions may improve quality of life without increasing costs. SUMMARY: Prevention and treatment of respiratory diseases is essential for improved wellbeing. We identify missed opportunities for measurement and understanding of burden caused by respiratory problems within efforts to measure illness prevalence. We highlight need for symptom management interventions, developed in context of local cultural beliefs and behaviours.

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