A Global Perspective: the Role of Palliative Care for the Trauma Patient in Low-Income Countries

Purpose of Review This review focuses on the use of palliative care in trauma patients in low-income countries. Recent Findings There is very limited use of palliative medicine in low-income countries for any disease condition. The use of palliative medicine for trauma in low-income is not addressed in the medical literature. Summary This review article highlights many changes that need to occur to offer high-level palliative care for all needs, including trauma. The author has made many medical mission trips both as a trauma surgeon and a palliative medicine physician. Personal observation is included.