Journal of neurosciences in rural practice
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J Neurosci Rural Pract · Oct 2018
Determinants of Timing of Presentation of Neurotrauma Patients to a Neurosurgical Center in a Developing Country.
A major goal in neurotrauma management is the prevention of secondary neuronal injuries. This goal is time bound as neurological deficits once established are usually irreversible. Late presentation is the norm in most neurotrauma patients in developing countries. ⋯ Delayed referral from primary care features prominently in timing of presentation of neurotrauma patients in Nigeria. There is a need for collaboration as well as continuing medical education between the neurotrauma specialists and primary care physicians.