Adherence to Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for Rabies Among Animal Bite Patients at an Urban Anti-Rabies Clinic in Bengaluru

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Rabies is a nearly universally fatal disease, with India accounting for nearly half of global rabies deaths annually.
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Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is crucial for rabies prevention but shows low adherence rates, with some studies reporting as low as 41.36% completion.
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Factors influencing PEP compliance include gender, socio-economic status, logistical barriers, and healthcare provider knowledge.
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A study at an anti-rabies clinic in Bengaluru included 735 animal-bite victims to assess adherence to the full anti-rabies vaccination schedule.
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The study aims to identify non-compliance factors and inform interventions to improve PEP delivery and uptake in rabies-endemic areas.

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