About The Study: The findings of this study suggest that medical evacuation in a war zone by converted trains is possible and can improve access to health care for war-affected patients. The presence of intensive care capacity on board allows for transport of more severely ill or injured individuals. However, the target population should not be limited to trauma patients, as health care institutions affected host a much broader population whose needs and urgency for evacuation may change over time.
Authors: James S. Lee, M.D., M.Sc., of the Médecins Sans Frontières–Operational Centre Brussels in Brussels, is the corresponding author.
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