Perceptions and experiences of caretakers of children with neurologic deficits after severe malaria in Uganda

Key Points

• To explore caretaker perceptions and experiences regarding neurologic deficits in children following severe malaria.
• Qualitative interviews with caretakers of affected children
• Analysis of caretaker coping strategies
• Assessment of misconceptions about causes of neurologic deficits
• Caretakers expressed misconceptions about the causes of neurologic deficits
• Negative experiences were common among caretakers
• Caretakers developed coping mechanisms to manage their children's conditions
• Health messaging could improve awareness and understanding of neurologic impacts from malaria

Abstract