Tobramycin and Alpha-dornase Treatment for Cystic Fibrosis (cf) in Uruguay
Introduction: CF is an inherited disease in which exocrine glands produce abnormally viscous mucus, causing chronic respiratory and digestive dysfunctions. Recurrent infections by Ps. aeruginosa and others are associated with a faster deterioration in lung function and increase morbidity and mortality. Inhaled Tobramycin and mucolytic therapy with Alpha-Dornase have improved lung function and decreased hospitalization days. In Uruguay, access to these drugs was restricted because it wasn’t covered until December 2007. A system of universal coverage, under a policy framework based in the best evidence and supported by a strong monitoring program was implemented. The criteria for treatment with Tobramycin and Alpha-Dornase are shown in table 1. A systematic process of evaluation was established since the beginning of the coverage.
Autores:
Lic. Marcela Baldizzoni, Dr. Fernando Correa, Dr. Henry Albornoz, Dra. Rosana Gambogi, Dra. Catalina Pinchack. Lic. Marcela Baldizzoni, Dr. Fernando Correa, Dr. Henry Albornoz, Dra. Rosana Gambogi, Dra. Catalina Pinchack.
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