Factors to be Considered in Advancing Pediatric Critical Care Across the World

Editorial: Pediatric critical care in low resource settings

“…Upgrading paediatric critical care facilities in low- and middle-income countries presents multifaceted challenges. These include issues such as educational gaps in training personnel for this specialized field, logistical hurdles in ensuring the availability of new essential equipment and supplies, and complex infrastructure requirements, ranging from oxygen plants to equipment maintenance ( 2 , 4 , 5 ). Furthermore, the expansion of critical care services brings about transformative changes in clinical possibilities while also introducing new ethical dilemmas ( 6 ).…”

“…Despite these challenges, there are signs of progress in recent years. Paediatric intensive care units are beginning to emerge in Africa and see an increase in presence and growth in low- and middle-income countries ( 4 , 5 , 7 ). However, to effectively develop these critical care improvements, robust evidence-based practices are needed.…”

Editorial: Insights and advances in pediatric critical care

“…Concerted efforts to advance knowledge as well as addressing inequities and resource allocation is needed globally for critically ill children. The insights from our global community is a contribution to this endeavour ( 10 ).…”