Developing and maintaining of hemophilia programs in developing countries.

There are elements key to the success of developing and maintaining hemophilia programs in developing countries. Health care providers who are dedicated champions of hemophilia care are essential. Their training through the WFH International Hemophilia Training Centers brings them in contact with modern comprehensive care as well as establishes collegial linkages with treaters in developed centers. Affordable, safe, viral free coagulation products are essential for an effective hemophilia program. Developing essential for an effective hemophilia program. Developing countries may have to use intermediate purity products because of economic considerations, but technologies must be used which reduce the risk of viral contamination. Successful programs also result from linking to hemophilia programs with national health care initiatives. Hemophilia health care must be recognized as a priority within the developing country's health care system.