Table 2 Summary of most common reasons for out-patients staying long with IUC after being diagnosed with BPH
Most common reasons for out-patients staying long with IUC after being diagnosed with BPH | Frequency (n) | Percent (%) |
|---|---|---|
Endless appointments (lab results missing, inadequate working facilities, many patients, beds full) | 23 | 52 |
No money to pay for surgery | 9 | 20 |
Medical problems | 7 | 16 |
Few specialists | 5 | 11 |
Scheme of treatment | ||
Self(from own pocket) | 49 | 94 |
National Health Insurance Fund(NHIF) | 3 | 0.1 |
Action taken by the patient | ||
Attended other hospital | 6 | 14 |
Went to traditional healer | 1 | 0.02% |
Adverse outcome(death) | 3 | 6 |