Congenital anomalies in the context of global surgery

This article will review the state of global pediatric surgery, utilizing congenital anomalies as a framework in which to discuss the promise of pediatric surgery in reducing the global burden of disease. Congenital anomalies are responsible for a substantial burden of morbidity and mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), as well as significant emotional and economic harms to the families of children with congenital anomalies.
Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Source Type: research