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Pediatric Neurosurgical Capacity for the Care of Children With CNS Tumors Worldwide: A Cross-Sectional Assessment.

Jordan T RoachIbrahim QaddoumiRonnie E BaticulonAnthony A FigajiDanny A CamposLuis ArredondoFrederick A BoopDaniel C Moreira
Published in: JCO global oncology (2023)
This study provides a comprehensive evaluation of pediatric neurosurgical capacity across the globe, establishing variability of resources on the basis of the country income level. Our findings suggest that pediatric neurosurgeons in LMICs may benefit from key neurosurgical instrumentation and increased support for multidisciplinary brain tumor programs and childhood cancer research efforts.
Keyphrases
  • childhood cancer
  • young adults
  • quality improvement
  • healthcare
  • palliative care
  • public health
  • mental health