Strategies for successful trauma registry implementation in low- and middle-income countries —protocol for a systematic review

This study explores strategies for successful trauma registry implementation in LMICs.MethodsThe protocol was registered a priori (CRD42017058586). A peer-reviewed search strategy of multiple databases will be developed with a senior librarian. As per PRISMA guidelines, first screen of references based on abstract and title and subsequent full-text review will be conducted by two independent reviewers. Disagreements that cannot be resolved by discussion between reviewers shall be arbitrated by the principal investigator. Data extraction will be performed using a pre-defined data extraction sheet. Finally, bibliographies of included articles will be hand-searched. Studies of any design will be included if they describe or review development and implementation of a trauma registry in LMICs. No language or period restrictions will be applied. Summary statistics and qualitative meta-narrative analyses will be performed.DiscussionThe significant burden of trauma in LMIC environments presents unique challenges and limitations. Adapted strategies for deployment and maintenance of sustainable trauma registries are needed. Our methodology will systematically identify recommendations and strategies for successful trauma registry implementation in LMICs and describe threats and barriers to this endeavor.Systematic review registrationThe protocol was registered on the PROSPERO international prospective register of systematic reviews (CRD42017058586).
Source: Systematic Reviews - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research