Journal article
Readmission and associated clinical factors among individuals admitted with bipolar affective disorder at a psychiatry facility in Uganda
Abstract
BackgroundBipolar affective disorder (BAD) is a common severe mental health condition with a relapsing course that may include periods of hospital re-admissions. With recurrent relapses and admissions, the course, prognosis, and patient’s overall quality of life can be affected negatively. This study aims to explore the rates and clinical factors associated with re-admission among individuals with BAD.MethodThis study used data from a …
Authors
Abaatyo J; Kaggwa MM; Favina A; Olagunju AT
Journal
BMC Psychiatry, Vol. 23, No. 1,
Publisher
Springer Nature
DOI
10.1186/s12888-023-04960-0
ISSN
1471-244X