Urgent need for neurological care in Ukraine

Tomycz, Luke; Markosian, Christopher; Strelko, Oleksandr; Sirko, Andriy; Lovha, Mykhailo; Armonda, Rocco A.

doi:10.1016/s1474-4422(23)00026-1

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“…The Ukrainian neurosurgical workforce has been strengthened as a result of the voluntary efforts made by other worldwide neurosurgical communities to visit Ukraine despite the risks and assist in carrying out complex procedures and improving outcomes and mortality. 5 The majority of Ukrainian neurosurgeons, who stood by their people in the darkest of times and saved the vast majority of civilian lives, cannot be praised enough for their bravery and expertise. 4 Neurosurgery is one of the most expensive and demanding surgical specialities, and it will surely bear the brunt of the war's toll despite the tremendous efforts installed.…”

Section: Appraising War's Impacts On Neurosurgical Delivery In Ukrainementioning

confidence: 99%

“…capabilities and, more broadly, its healthcare system. [4][5][6] These programmes have included both monetary aid and high-quality surgical equipment and medical supplies. The Ukrainian neurosurgical workforce has been strengthened as a result of the voluntary efforts made by other worldwide neurosurgical communities to visit Ukraine despite the risks and assist in carrying out complex procedures and improving outcomes and mortality.…”

Section: Appraising War's Impacts On Neurosurgical Delivery In Ukrainementioning

confidence: 99%

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Appraising war's impacts on neurosurgical delivery in Ukraine

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Wellington

et al. 2023

Health Planning & Management

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The conflict in Ukraine, which started when Russia invaded and violated its sovereignty, has led to the country's worst war since the annexation of Crimea in 2014. The war has resulted in a significant number of casualties, displaced millions of people, and damaged the healthcare system, which was already struggling before the conflict. The neurosurgical field, in particular, has been severely affected, with infrastructure and healthcare systems routinely demolished or interrupted in conflict zones, making fundamental medical operations unavailable to victims of armed conflict. As a result, neurosurgeons have been compelled to conduct surgeries outside of their areas of competence, in makeshift settings or under challenging conditions, with limited access to materials and equipment. The war has also severely damaged specialised neurosurgery facilities, causing a severe shortage of crucial supplies and equipment. To address the challenges facing neurosurgery care in Ukraine, it is essential to rebuild and repair the damaged neurosurgical centres and provide them with the necessary equipment and supplies to successfully administer neurosurgical treatments. Training programs for neurosurgeons and other medical specialists must also be organised to manage complex neurosurgical problems under difficult conditions.

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Section: Appraising War's Impacts On Neurosurgical Delivery In Ukrainementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Appraising War's Impacts On Neurosurgical Delivery In Ukrainementioning

confidence: 99%