Using model-based geostatistics for assessing the elimination of trachoma
Misaki Sasanami,
Benjamin Amoah,
Adam Nouhou Diori
et al.
Abstract:Background
Trachoma is the commonest infectious cause of blindness worldwide. Efforts are being made to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem globally. However, as prevalence decreases, it becomes more challenging to precisely predict prevalence. We demonstrate how model-based geostatistics (MBG) can be used as a reliable, efficient, and widely applicable tool to assess the elimination status of trachoma.
Methods
We analysed trachoma surveillance data from Brazil, Malawi, and Niger. We developed geos… Show more
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