Access to controlled medicines for anesthesia and surgical care in low-income countries: a narrative review of international drug control systems and policies

ConclusionImproving the capacity and quality of anesthesia care in low- and middle-income countries requires attention to improving access to controlled medicines. Anesthesiologists and others involved in global health work should collaborate with policymakers and others to improve national and international drug control legislation to ensure that attempts to thwart illicit drug trafficking and use do not compromise availability of controlled medicines.
Source: Canadian Journal of Anesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research