Abstract
Cancer burden is rising in sub- Saharan Africa. Surgery is the best option for the
treatment of solid tumors, both for oncologic results and cost-effectiveness. A surgical
system to deliver safe, quick and affordable treatment options is not available. High
income countries models for cancer care are not applicable in SSA especially in rural
settings. Afro-centric models are needed, and the Surgical oncologist should be the
heart of this system. Local surgeons must be trained in surgical oncology to develop
a tailored surgical system for the setting they are operating in. Education and Training
should be supported by international collaborations with high income countries.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: January 16, 2023
Accepted:
January 14,
2023
Received in revised form:
January 11,
2023
Received:
December 5,
2022
Publication stage
In Press Journal Pre-ProofIdentification
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© 2023 Elsevier Ltd, BASO ~ The Association for Cancer Surgery, and the European Society of Surgical Oncology. All rights reserved.
