EHAS has three networks in Peru: the Napo river (where we stayed in this PPORTUNITY), the Yurimaguas and Cusco. Our goal is to implement telemedicine solutions and bioengineering using such networks.
Implementing a support system for malaria diagnosis using microscopy
digital systems with image transmission over the Internet
(telemicroscopia) was one of the priorities set for the following reasons:
• Impact on the rate of false positives or negatives
• Increased speed response in borderline cases and decreased
(removal?) of the discrepancy
• Ability Interconsultation and case discussions.
Based on these items, we organized our group's visit to the city of Iquitos, and health posts in Santa Clotilde, San Rafael, Angoteros and Rumi Tumi. Due to logistical problems of transport, the latter two could not be visited.
Worked with the various people involved in the process, from technical to the reference laboratory director. The imaging system using a special microscope digital camera we had brought, it worked perfectly, being able to diagnose directly into the notebook, not just different plasmodiums of malaria, but also Hansen, Koch, and fecal parasites. The transmission of the images was performed without problem, being able to receive anywhere in the world so encouraging a consultation.
two points were also accessories. Lighting using LEDs, since in many places there is electricity and should be used micrsocopios with mirrors and sunlight, and a storage plan and preventive maintenance of microscopes, to prevent moisture from damaging when not in use .
now up to build the project team to implement prototyped solutions and that will be reason for another trip of longer duration. Are over a thousand photos and videos, a lot of work every day in health centers. Remain available to anyone who wants to tell you more about the trip and the projects and EHAS FUNDATEL. We expect the next blog as we travel directly hosted on the dominion of FUNDATEL.
Until next time!
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