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Inequitable provision of optimal services for patients with chronic heart failure: A national geo-mapping study

Authors :
Clark, Robyn A.
Driscoll, Andrea
Nottage, Justin
McLennan, Skye
Coombe, David M.
Bamford, Errol J.
Wilkinson, David
Stewart, Simon
Source :
The Medical Journal of Australia. Feb 19, 2007, Vol. 186 Issue 4, 169-173
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

Studies were conducted to compare the location and accessibility of current Australian chronic heart failure (CHF) management programs and general practice services with the probable distribution of the population with CHF. Results showed an inequity in the provision of CHF management programs to rural Australians.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0025729X
Volume :
186
Issue :
4
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The Medical Journal of Australia
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.164538140