Hand injuries in low- and middle-income countries: systematic review of existing literature and call for greater attention

Hand injuries result in major healthcare costs from lack of productivity and disability. With rapid industrialization, the incidence of hand injuries is expected to rise in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). However, estimates of burden and validated outcome tools are needed for effective resource allocation in the management of these injuries.
Source: Public Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Tags: Review Paper Source Type: research