Treatment of haemophilia in the developing countries.

Abstract

In developing countries, most of the patients with haemophilia are in the paediatric age group as they seldom reach adulthood because of inadequate treatment. Haemophilia is not given the priority it deserves as there are high numbers of other serious health problem. Haemophilia care should be integrated into the existing healthcare system of a primary care centre, a treatment centre, a comprehensive care centre and a reference centre. It is considered important to educate the personnel through the curriculum of medical students and all healthcare personnel. Diagnosis should be started at the antenatal stage and subsequently confirmed by laboratory testings. Qualified therapeutic products should be produced locally in combination with imported affordable factor concentrate. In-house preparation of fibrin glue is helpful for dental procedures without the need for any blood component. Home care treatment is essential and can be adopted even by parents with low literacy. Lastly, research for laboratory diagnosis, treatment and prevention should be continuously conducted to serve people with haemophilia specifically in developing countries.