Sudanese physicians' insights on managing stroke during Sudan's war 2024.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Stroke is a major public health burden, with high mortality and long-term disability, particularly in low-resource and conflict-affected settings. In Sudan, the ongoing armed conflict since April 2023 has critically impacted healthcare delivery, yet its effects on stroke care remain underexplored.

Methods

A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted among 431 physicians managing stroke cases during the 2024 Sudan conflict. Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire distributed via medical networks. Descriptive statistics summarized the findings, and Kruskal-Wallis tests assessed associations.

Results

Most respondents were general practitioners (49.2%), with over 80% having ≤ 5 years' experience and working in public hospitals. Nearl

SUBMITTER: Mohammed FEA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12763908 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature