Research Associate- Violence, Injury Prevention & Disability Unit, Health Services Academy, Ministry of National Health Services Regulations & Coordination, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Director Violence, Injury Prevention & Disability Unit, Health Services Academy, Ministry of National Health Services Regulations & Coordination, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Neurosurg Rev. 2024 Aug 23;47(1):461. doi: 10.1007/s10143-024-02705-5.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in Pakistan is predominantly caused by road traffic accidents, falls, and violence, resulting in approximately 300,000 new cases annually. Significant gaps exist in awareness, resources, and accessibility for effective TBI management, especially in primary care settings. To improve care, strategies include training healthcare providers, nationwide awareness campaigns, strengthening healthcare infrastructure, and establishing referral systems. Collaboration between government, NGOs, and international partners is crucial for enhancing TBI management.
巴基斯坦的创伤性脑损伤(TBI)主要由道路交通意外、跌倒和暴力引起,每年约有 30 万例新发病例。在 TBI 管理方面,尤其是在初级保健环境中,意识、资源和可及性方面存在显著差距。为了改善护理,策略包括培训医疗保健提供者、开展全国性宣传活动、加强医疗保健基础设施和建立转介系统。政府、非政府组织和国际伙伴之间的合作对于加强 TBI 管理至关重要。