The most widely reported generic PBM is the EQ-5D valued using the UK (TTO-derived) value set with some exceptions [28, 57, 58] followed by the SF-6D [6, 30, 33, 34, 37] and HUI3 [11, 11, 38].
In cases where only means and SDs were reported, generic lognormal distributional forms were assumed, as in other studies (e.g., Carrington and Bolger 2002; Carrington et al. 2004).
A number of studies reported generic competencies such as critical reflection and critical thinking, which this study did not explore [ 21, 47- 53].
Of the five randomized trials comparing preoperative PFMT with no-PFMT controls, only one reported generic HR-QoL, finding no significant between-group differences 6 months after surgery [ 10].
(Clinical Officer, Health Centre, Kitui) Finally, almost all the providers also reported generic health systems constraints including persistent lack of appropriate medical equipment, inadequate drugs and other supplies, and inadequate consultation room space.
However, managers reported generic changes that would positively impact on stroke services – for instance developments in home-based therapy; developing and strengthening allied health professional services; and national roll-out of primary care teams.
