Post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis: training of health workers on skin-NTDs

Post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis (PKDL) is considered a potential source of Leishmania infection in the community. It presents as a sequela of visceral leishmaniasis in areas endemic for L. donovani. Therefore it acts as an important link in the control and elimination of visceral leishmaniasis.
This course aims at providing health workers with the necessary knowledge to understand the epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and surveillance of this important disease.

Learning objectives: By the end of this course, you should be able to:

• Understand the importance of PKDL, clinically and in control of visceral leishmaniasis (VL)
• Explain the epidemiology and geographical differences
• Describe the clinical aspects of PKDL
• Adequately diagnose PKDL using available tools
• Describe when and how to start treatment if needed
• Describe surveillance, monitoring, and evaluation for PKDL

Course duration: Approximately 2 hours.