The Status of Medical Devices and their Utilization in 9 Tertiary Hospitals and 5 Research Institutions in Uganda

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2021Author
Tamale Ssekitoleko, Robert
Ngabirano Arinda, Beryl
Oshabahebwa, Solomon
Namuli, Lucy Kevin
Mugaga, Julius
Namayega, Catherine
Einyat Opolot, Emmanuel
Baluka, Jackline
Ibingira, Charles
Munabi, Ian Guyton
Lutakome Joloba, Moses
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Advancements in technology have led to great strides in research and innovation that have
improved healthcare provision around the world. However, the majority of the technology available is underutilized in Sub-
Saharan Africa. In addition, the ever-increasing sophistication and cost of medical equipment means that access and proper use
is limited in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). There is, however, a general paucity of well-documented evidence for
the utilization of medical equipment in LMICs. Therefore, this study evaluates the current availability and utilization of medical
equipment in tertiary hospitals and research facilities in Uganda and provides baseline information to clinical/biomedical
engineers, innovators, managers, and policymakers.
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https://globalce.org/index.php/GlobalCE/article/view/127https://nru.uncst.go.ug/xmlui/handle/123456789/756
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