War-related traumatic brain injury in Gaza: a multi-center prospective analysis of patterns and outcomes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Since October 2023, the Gaza War has caused thousands to suffer from war-related traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) amid the collapse of Gaza's healthcare system. Little is known about the epidemiology and outcomes of TBI in such severely resource-limited settings.

Methods

We conducted a prospective cohort study at the two largest neurosurgical centers in the southern Gaza Strip from July 15, 2024, to January 19, 2025. Patients with war-related TBI were enrolled consecutively and followed for 30 days after admission. Data were collected on demographics, clinical presentation, imaging findings, interventions, complications, and outcomes. The primary outcome was 30-day mortality, while secondary outcomes included the neurological status at discharge and complications.<

SUBMITTER: Abojarad B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12512489 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature