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Table 3 Issues & hurdles faced in Implementation of PHC

From: A case study of outsourced primary healthcare services in Sindh, Pakistan: is this a real reform?

BHU as per its administrative authority

Observation regarding healthcare setting

1. PPHI (A)

Well-equipped functioning Dental OPD, General and Obstetric OPD with ultrasound facility for Obstetric patients, Family planning facilities, Immunization facility including Rabies and Anti-snake venom globulins, broad range of essential medicines is available

2. PPHI (B)

Well-equipped functioning Dental OPD, General and Obstetric OPD with no ultrasound facility, Family planning facilities, Immunization facility including Rabies and Anti-snake venom globulins, all essential medicines are available

3. DG (C)

Delivery facility with very limited postpartum care. Very basic medical tools were found such as B.P apparatus and thermometer. No ultrasound facility or Mini lab services, limited essential medicines are available

4. DG( D)

No delivery facility, only antenatal care was provided. Very basic medical tools were found such as B.P apparatus and thermometer. No ultrasound facility or Mini lab services, limited essential medicines are available