Implementing Acute Stroke Services in sub-Saharan Africa: Steps, Progress and Perspectives from the Tanzania Stroke Project
Journal
Cerebrovascular Diseases Extra
Date Issued
April 23, 2025
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DOI
10.1159/000545954
Abstract
Stroke is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally, with Africa bearing a disproportionately high burden of poor outcomes. In sub-Saharan Africa, acute stroke care remains inconsistent, with organized stroke units being either absent or rarely available, contributing to the high stroke mortality rates in the region. To address this issue, the Tanzania Stroke Project (TSP) was launched, aimed at establishing acute stroke services at two of the largest tertiary care centers in collaboration with the Tanzanian Ministry of Health, the World Stroke Organization and Hospital Directorates.
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