Document 0983
 DOCN  M94A0983
 TI    Standardizing HIV/AIDS clinical management.
 DT    9412
 AU    Rwomushana J; Ojwok O; Uganda AIDS Commission.
 SO    Int Conf AIDS. 1994 Aug 7-12;10(2):235 (abstract no. PB0955). Unique
       Identifier : AIDSLINE ICA10/94371592
 AB    OBJECTIVE: To improve diagnosis of, and reduce drugs for treating
       opportunistic conditions. METHODS: Existing clinical guidelines were
       updated through multisectoral consensus. Training workshops were
       conducted for selected personnel in accurate diagnosis and appropriate
       medication. Guidelines were field-tested for and revised. RESULTS: Most
       patients were managed with less than 3 different drugs and the duration
       of usage reduced to less than 5 days. CONCLUSION: Rational drug use will
       reduce costs. Extensive training is required for country-wide
       application of the standard.
 DE    AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections/*DIAGNOSIS/*DRUG THERAPY  Human
       Practice Guidelines/*STANDARDS  Uganda  MEETING ABSTRACT

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