Predictors of Mortality in Neurosurgical Patients in a Resource-Constrained Surgical ICU: Insights from Ethiopia - Takeaways - MDSpire

Predictors of Mortality in Neurosurgical Patients in a Resource-Constrained Surgical ICU: Insights from Ethiopia

  • By

  • Absera Gebriel Yohannes

  • Molla Asnake Kebede

  • Amira Shamil

  • Kidus Geabriel Yohannes

  • Dejen Tekiea Gebrewahd

  • Turi Abateka Abadiga

  • Abera Kuma

  • Selemon Gebrezgabiher Asgedom

  • March 24, 2026

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    Neurosurgical patients often require intensive care due to high risks of complications from conditions like TBI and stroke.

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    The study was conducted at Tikur Anbessa Hospital, Ethiopia's largest tertiary referral center, focusing on neurosurgical ICU admissions.

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    Data were collected from January 2024 to January 2025, using a retrospective cohort design to analyze patient outcomes.

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    Key factors influencing outcomes included age, comorbidities, type of surgery, and complications during ICU stay.

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    Understanding patient characteristics and outcomes is crucial for optimizing care and resource allocation in neurosurgical ICUs.

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Predictors of Mortality in Neurosurgical Patients in a Resource-Constrained Surgical ICU: Insights from Ethiopia

  • by Absera Gebriel Yohannes, Molla Asnake Kebede, Amira Shamil, Kidus Geabriel Yohannes, Dejen Tekiea Gebrewahd, Turi Abateka Abadiga, Abera Kuma, Selemon Gebrezgabiher Asgedom

  • March 24, 2026

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