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    Medical evacuation processes in the Republic of Congo face significant dysfunctions, including issues with decision-making, documentation, and patient follow-up. Addressing these irregularities is crucial for effective patient care and transfer.

    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Healthcare Management
    • Medical Law

    Background:

    • Medical evacuation, the transfer of patients between healthcare institutions for advanced care, is governed by legal frameworks.
    • Despite existing regulations, the medical evacuation process is susceptible to dysfunctions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the medical evacuation process within the Republic of Congo.
    • To identify and analyze potential dysfunctions occurring during medical evacuations.

    Main Methods:

    • A qualitative, cross-sectional study was conducted between December 2017 and August 2018.
    • Eleven participants involved in medical evacuations were interviewed using a structured guide.
    • Verbatim data from interviews were analyzed to identify recurring themes and issues.

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    Main Results:

    • Dysfunctions were identified in clinical decision-making, medical file preparation, and documentation.
    • Irregularities in Medical Evacuation Board meetings led to suboptimal decisions.
    • Lack of inter-sectoral collaboration resulted in poor patient follow-up, and financial irregularities were noted in payment processes.

    Conclusions:

    • The medical evacuation system in the Republic of Congo is plagued by numerous irregularities.
    • These issues span clinical decision-making, administrative and financial processes, and patient follow-up.
    • Improvements are needed to ensure the integrity and effectiveness of medical evacuations.