Strategies for successful trauma registry implementation in low- and middle-income countries-protocol for a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The benefits of trauma registries have been well described. The crucial data they provide may guide injury prevention strategies, inform resource allocation, and support advocacy and policy. This has been shown to reduce trauma-related mortality in various settings. Trauma remains a leading cause of mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). However, the implementation of trauma registries in LMICs can be challenging due to lack of funding, specialized personnel, and infrastructure. This study explores strategies for successful trauma registry implementation in LMICs.

Methods

The protocol was registered a priori (CRD42017058586). A peer-reviewed search strategy of multiple databases will be developed with a senior librarian. As per PRISMA guidelines, f

SUBMITTER: Paradis T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5822522 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature