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Assessment of the returned traveller
1Hospital for Tropical Diseases, London, UK. ceasmon@hotmail.com
Occupational Medicine (Oxford, England)
|February 28, 2001
Summary
Occupational health physicians offer comprehensive care for returned travellers, broadening diagnostic considerations beyond local diseases. They facilitate simple follow-up tests and specialist consultations for optimal patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Medicine
- Travel Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Returned travellers may present with diseases uncommon in their home country.
- Coordination of care is essential for accurate diagnosis and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the pivotal role of occupational health physicians in managing returned travellers.
- To emphasize the importance of considering a broad differential diagnosis.
Main Methods:
- Review of the occupational physician's role in pre-travel and post-travel care.
- Discussion of diagnostic considerations and management strategies.
Main Results:
- Occupational health physicians can provide continuous care, 'packing and unpacking' with the patient.
- They ensure a wider range of potential diseases are considered by healthcare providers.
Conclusions:
- Occupational health physicians are uniquely positioned to offer holistic care for returned travellers.
- Simple follow-up assessments and specialist advice are key components of this care.