CDTUB Allada is the preeminent center in Benin for the diagnosis, treatment, and research of Buruli ulcer (an infection caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans) and chronic wound management. Serving Allada, the broader Atlantique Department, and surrounding regions, CDTUB Allada offers clinical care, rehabilitation, community health education, and supports a network of decentralized detection units.

• Receives approximately 200 new patients annually, 40+ of which are Buruli ulcer cases.

• Most complex BU cases may require hospitalization for several months, while the median healing time has improved to around 13 weeks in recent data.

• Focuses on both children (who represent about 60% of BU patients) and adults.

• General Medicine

  • Comprehensive healthcare services for individuals of all ages.

• Surgical Services

  • Includes general surgery, with facilities for skin grafting and other procedures.

• Maternity and Obstetrics

  • Care for expectant mothers, including prenatal and postnatal services.

• Emergency and Intensive Care

  • Immediate treatment for acute illnesses and injuries.

• Laboratory Services

  • Diagnostic testing to support medical decision-making.

• Pharmacy Services

  • Dispensing of medications as prescribed by healthcare providers.

• Team includes 4+ physicians, 18+ nurses, lab technicians, physiotherapists, and administrative personnel.

• 9 gender-separated patient wards, focused on safety and quality of life.

• 92% healing rate for BU with effective antibiotic regimens; strict infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols in place.

• Regular audits, WHO-standard hand hygiene, and ongoing staff capacity building.

• Strong focus on children’s treatment, prevention of long-term disability, and mental health support.

Vision:
To eliminate Buruli ulcer as a public health threat and serve as a beacon of excellence for infectious disease management, research, and rehabilitation.

Mission:
Deliver high-quality, accessible, and holistic care for BU and other chronic wounds, support research and training for future practitioners, and drive sustainable public health interventions in the region.