Peer-Reviewed Article June 1, 2020
Africa’s critical care capacity before COVID-19
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Published in: Southern African Journal of Anaesthesia and Analgesia
Publisher: AOSIS • South Africa • 2220-1181 • 2220-1173
Abstract
Critical care capabilities in affluent countries have been overwhelmed by the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Data from the African Surgical Outcomes Study (ASOS)1 suggests that this critical care crisis will be significantly worse in Africa.