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Cardiac Diseases in Sudan 1970-2025: Current Situation and Future Prospects
Eldisugi Hassan Mohammed Humida1,2,3, Hussain Gadelkarim Ahmed4,5
1Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kordofan El-Obeid, Sudan.
European Cardiology
|June 29, 2026
Summary
Sudan
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Cardiovascular Disease Research
Background:
- Sudan's healthcare system has collapsed due to civil conflict.
- This collapse raises significant concerns for cardiovascular disease (CVD) management.
- Factors like geography, conflict, migration, climate, and socio-economics exacerbate CVD risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compile and analyze epidemiological data for heart diseases in Sudan from 1970 to 2025.
- To understand the prevalence and risk factors of CVD in Sudan.
- To inform strategies for improving CVD management.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted across major databases (MEDLINE/PubMed, Cochrane Library, Scopus, Web of Knowledge, Google Scholar).
- WHO reports and public databases were also included.
- Inclusion criteria were applied to gather relevant studies on CVD in Sudan.
Main Results:
- Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and their risk factors are significant in Sudan.
- The prevalence is influenced by diverse geography, a weakened healthcare system, population movement, climate change, and socio-economic factors.
- Data spans from 1970 to projected 2025.
Conclusions:
- Effective CVD monitoring in Sudan requires strengthening healthcare systems and data collection.
- Public awareness, research, supportive legislation, and community engagement are crucial.
- Improved access to technology is essential for enhancing CVD management.
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