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Cardiac surgery in Eastern Europe: continuing challenge.

Hans G Borst1

  • 1Hanover Medical School, 7 Widenmayer Street, D-80538 Munich, Germany. hgborst@gmx.net

World Journal of Surgery
|June 5, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Post-Soviet Eastern European cardiac surgery shows significant capacity differences between countries. Western Europe

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Public Health Policy

Background:

  • Post-Soviet Eastern European nations exhibit considerable disparities in cardiac surgery capabilities.
  • These differences are pronounced when compared to the standards of Western Europe.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the operational capacities in East European cardiac surgery.
  • To underscore the necessity of ongoing educational and material support from Western Europe.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative analysis of cardiac surgery operative capacities.
  • Review of international collaborative programs.

Main Results:

  • Marked variations in cardiac surgery operative capacities exist across post-Communist countries.
  • Continued international relief efforts are crucial for advancing cardiac surgery in Eastern Europe.

Conclusions:

  • Sustained educational and material aid is vital for improving East European cardiac surgery.
  • The European Association for Cardio-thoracic Surgery's East European Program is a key initiative in this regard.

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