Guillain‐Barré Syndrome in Africa: Understanding, Addressing, and Empowering
GBS presents a significant healthcare challenge in Africa, with the potential for severe clinical outcomes. This literature review underscores the importance of enhancing research, awareness, and healthcare infrastructure. African-led research initiatives offer hope for improved patient outcomes and healthcare system strengthening. By advocating for increased government support and resources, Africa can address the pressing needs of GBS patients and foster a brighter and healthier future for affected individuals on the continent.
Authors
- Burhan Kantawala (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2284-9123)
- Magda Wojtara (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6903-0206)
- Olivier Uwishema (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0692-9027)
- Jonathan Babuya (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7586-3386)
- Sucharu Asri (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0411-5107)
- Anamarija Minova (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0334-1922)
- Essey Ketema Wodajo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-8904-6796)
Institutions
- University of Michigan (US)
- Busitema University (UG)
- Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University (IN)
- Rwanda Meteorological Service (RW)
- Addis Ababa University (ET)
- Yerevan State Medical University (AM)
- Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje (MK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Health Science Reports
- Published
- 2024-12-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.70232
- Primary Topic
- Peripheral Neuropathies and Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00