M. Tchoupa’s scientific contributions

... In a scenario of socioeconomic inequality, rising healthcare costs, and the increasing numbers of surgeries, identifying vulnerable individuals might be even more critical. 17,43,44 However, the differences in mortality among hospitals and healthcare systems must be thoroughly investigated. Future studies are essential to define perioperative care standards, including the role of risk models in improving assistance. ...

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Development and validation of the Ex-Care BR model: a multicentre initiative for identifying Brazilian surgical patients at risk of 30-day in-hospital mortality

... Without IPC, global surgery becomes unsustainable. Post-operative infections, including SSIs, are among the most common complications in LMICs, leading to increased mortality, prolonged hospital stays, and financial burdens on both patients and health systems [9][10][11]. The incorporation of IPC within global surgical frameworks ensures that surgical interventions not only save lives but do so in an equitable, and sustainable manner. ...

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Global surgery is stronger when infection prevention and control is incorporated: a commentary and review of the surgical infection landscape