Table 3 Themes and sub-themes
Theme | Sub-theme |
|---|---|
Acceptability of MITS | Uptake of MITS |
Only necessary if investigations and diagnosis is inconclusive | |
Readiness of healthcare providers for performing the MITS procedure | |
Logistical issues influencing acceptability of MITS procedure | |
Perceived benefits of MITS procedure | Greater diagnostic accuracy |
Identifying less common causes | |
Facilitators for the implementation of MITS | Building trust |
Window of opportunity | |
Effective counseling is the key | |
Accelerate turnaround times | |
Health system requirements for implementing MITS procedure | Acceptance and governance |
Equipped healthcare facilities | |
Skills and training | |
Cost implications |