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Assessing the Availability and Need for Microsurgery-Trained Reconstructive Surgeons in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Meewon Olivia Park1, Nitya Devisetti2, Nikki Thrikutam3

  • 1Stanford School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, California, United States, Stanford.

Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery
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Microsurgery training in the College of Surgeons of East, Central, and Southern Africa (COSECSA) region faces barriers like limited equipment and funding. International collaborations are vital but must focus on local capacity building for sustainable reconstructive surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Microsurgery Training
  • Global Health Equity

Background:

  • Microsurgery is crucial for plastic and reconstructive surgery but is inaccessible in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
  • The College of Surgeons of East, Central, and Southern Africa (COSECSA) region faces a microsurgeon shortage due to training, infrastructure, and resource limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current microsurgical landscape within the COSECSA region.
  • To identify key barriers and opportunities for microsurgical training and practice development.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional, survey-based needs assessment was conducted.
  • Participants included plastic surgery attending microsurgeons and trainees in the COSECSA region (n=20).
  • Data collected included microsurgical exposure, training, clinical needs, and collaboration opportunities.

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Main Results:

  • Major barriers include limited reliable equipment, insufficient funding, and inadequate institutional support.
  • Key clinical needs involve lower extremity, head and neck, craniofacial, and burn reconstruction.
  • Respondents highlighted the need for structured training, better equipment access, and international exchange programs.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing workforce shortages, enhancing microsurgery training, and improving infrastructure are critical for expanding reconstructive care in the COSECSA region.
  • International collaborations are essential for bridging training gaps but require local engagement and capacity building for sustainability.