Aga Khan University Medical College East Africa, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, 3rd Parklands Avenue, P. O Box 30270, Nairobi, Kenya.
Batna 2 University, Faculty of Medicine, 05000, Ezzohor city, Batna, Algeria.
Pediatr Rheumatol Online J. 2021 May 7;19(1):69. doi: 10.1186/s12969-021-00557-7.
Pediatric Rheumatology is an orphan specialty in Africa which is gradually gaining importance across the continent.
This commentary discusses the current state of affairs in the sphere of Pediatric Rheumatology across Africa and offers practical strategies to navigate the challenges encountered in research, models of care, education and training. We outline the establishment, opportunities of growth and achievements of the Pediatric Society of the African League Against Rheumatism (PAFLAR).
This commentary lays the foundation for establishment of a formidable framework and development of partnerships for the prosperity of Pediatric Rheumatology in Africa and beyond.
儿科风湿病学在非洲是一门冷门专科，在整个非洲大陆的重要性逐渐增加。
本评论讨论了非洲儿科风湿病学领域的现状，并提供了实用策略，以应对研究、护理模式、教育和培训中遇到的挑战。我们概述了非洲抗风湿病联盟儿科学会（PAFLAR）的成立、成长机会和成就。
本评论为在非洲乃至更广泛地区建立强大的儿科风湿病学框架和发展伙伴关系奠定了基础。
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