The SVM algorithm is a machine learning technique developed based on the structural risk minimization principle of statistical learning theory (see [25] for details on the algorithm and [22] for details on its implementation, optimization, training and testing).
This framework asked participants to comment on the strengths and weaknesses of the program and its implementation, including training and ongoing support, procurement of commodities and equipment, involvement of relevant stakeholders, sustainability of the program and potential for scaling up.
Although more systematic evaluation of this system, especially as it relates to implementation, training and sustainability costs, is needed in LMICs, user feedback has been positive.
However, community-based treatment would require initial investment for implementation, training and supervision.
In our study, the cost of treating a patient in health facilities was 2.7 times higher than the cost of treating a patient in the community-based approach inclusive of the initial investment for implementation, training and supervision of CDOT.
We offer implementation training on the spot to these professionals in 3 consecutive time periods.
As part of the screening implementation training, six polo bases included additional training activities to address translation problems and three polo bases included additional training on patient confidentiality.
The members of this team included national and regional clinicians with expertise and interest in palliative care and experts in spread and implementation, training, evaluation, communications, and measurement.
Because of this high volume of tests, the cost of implementation training and support for RDT rollout was relatively low when considered per test.
The results presented in this section are also based on our observations of the broker's implementation, training, and coaching activities.
