Related Experiment Video
Updated: Dec 7, 2025
11:35
The Multiple Sclerosis Performance Test MSPT: An iPad-Based Disability Assessment Tool
Published on: June 30, 2014
58.5K
The current status and challenges in multiple sclerosis management in the Philippines
Katrina Hannah D Ignacio1, Adrian I Espiritu2, Roland Dominic G Jamora3
1Department of Neurosciences, College of Medicine - Philippine General Hospital, University of the Philippines Manila, Manila, Philippines. Phone: (+63) 917 8459424, ORCID iD: 0000-0001-7263-8474.
Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
|September 24, 2020
Summary
Healthcare access for multiple sclerosis (MS) patients in the Philippines is limited due to a lack of neurologists and MRI facilities. Insufficient financial resources further hinder treatment accessibility for individuals with MS.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Health Services Research
- Public Health
Background:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, debilitating neurological condition requiring comprehensive healthcare services.
- Ensuring adequate health service delivery for individuals with MS is a significant global health challenge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing literature on health service delivery for individuals with MS in the Philippines.
- To identify critical gaps in healthcare provision for this patient population.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive review of local and international data repositories was conducted.
- The focus was on health service delivery specifically for individuals with MS in the Philippine context.
Main Results:
- Epidemiological data on MS in the Philippines is lacking.
- There is a severe shortage of neurologists (1 per 175,000 population) and MRI units (0.8 per million).
- High out-of-pocket expenses (53.9%) and limited household income pose significant financial barriers to treatment.
Conclusions:
- The Philippines faces substantial challenges in MS care, including inadequate epidemiologic data.
- Resource allocation, service accessibility, and therapeutic provision for individuals with MS require urgent attention.
- Addressing these gaps is crucial for improving outcomes for Filipinos living with MS.
Related Concept Videos
01:20Myasthenia Gravis: Overview and Treatment
2.5K
Myasthenia gravis is a neuromuscular transmission disorder characterized by weakness and increased fatigability of skeletal muscles. It is an autoimmune disease affecting approximately one in 2000 people, where antibodies against the α1 subunit of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors are produced.
These antibodies interfere with the function of the nicotinic receptors in three ways: by binding to the receptor and disrupting acetylcholine binding; by causing cross-linking of receptors which...
These antibodies interfere with the function of the nicotinic receptors in three ways: by binding to the receptor and disrupting acetylcholine binding; by causing cross-linking of receptors which...
2.5K
01:29Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-V: Management
2.9K
Managing Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) involves a multifaceted approach to reduce symptoms, prevent exacerbations, improve overall health status, and slow disease progression. Key strategies include lifestyle modifications, pharmacotherapy, supportive therapies, and, in some cases, surgery. Here is an overview of the primary COPD management strategies:
Smoking Cessation
Smoking Cessation
2.9K
01:15Parkinson's Disease: Overview
1.5K
Neurodegenerative disorders are progressive diseases that cause irreversible damage and loss to neurons in specific brain areas. Examples of these disorders include Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). These disorders share characteristics such as proteinopathies, selective neuronal vulnerability, and a complex interplay between genetic and environmental factors. The primary therapeutic goal for these conditions is...
1.5K
01:30Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-V: Nursing Management
4.8K
Nursing management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is crucial for providing thorough care and support to patients. Nurses play an integral role in this process through detailed assessment, careful planning, targeted interventions, and ongoing evaluation. Here's an overview of the critical steps in nursing management for COPD.
Assessment
Assessment
4.8K
01:26Atherosclerosis III: Management
223
Management of atherosclerosis involves an integrated strategy encompassing pharmacological treatment, surgical interventions, lifestyle changes, and nutrition therapy to address the multifactorial nature of the disease.Pharmacological TherapyA cornerstone of atherosclerosis management is the use of pharmacological agents. Statins, such as atorvastatin, are pivotal in inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme that catalyzes an initial step in cholesterol synthesis in the liver. This reduction in...
223
01:15Methods of Documentation VI: Case Management Model
761
The case management model is a multidisciplinary approach that involves healthcare professionals from diverse disciplines, such as physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and pharmacists, working collaboratively to address the various needs of patients. Each healthcare professional brings unique expertise and perspectives, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of the patient's condition and tailoring treatment plans accordingly.
For example, a patient with a chronic...
For example, a patient with a chronic...
761