Pediatric surgery international
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Pediatr. Surg. Int. · Apr 2015
Multicenter StudyUnmet surgical needs in children: a household survey in Nepal.
While an estimated two billion people lack access to surgical care, little data are available on surgical conditions for pediatric populations in low- and middle-income countries. Our study aims to assess pediatric surgical needs in Nepal. ⋯ Close to 700,000 children in Nepal are estimated to need surgical consultation. Programs to address this should be developed alongside efforts by policy makers and donors to rectify the lack of care, bolster limited funds, and strengthen healthcare systems.