The conflict in Ukraine, which started when Russia invaded and violated
its sovereignty, has led to the country's worst war since the annexation
of Crimea in 2014. The war has resulted in a significant number of
casualties, displaced millions of people, and damaged the healthcare
system, which was already struggling before the conflict. The
neurosurgical field, in particular, has been severely affected, with
infrastructure and healthcare systems routinely demolished or
interrupted in conflict zones, making fundamental medical operations
unavailable to victims of armed conflict. As a result, neurosurgeons
have been compelled to conduct surgeries outside of their areas of
competence, in makeshift settings or under challenging conditions, with
limited access to materials and equipment. The war has also severely
damaged specialized neurosurgery facilities, causing a severe shortage
of crucial supplies and equipment. To address the challenges facing
neurosurgery care in Ukraine, it is essential to rebuild and repair the
damaged neurosurgical centers and provide them with the necessary
equipment and supplies to successfully administer neurosurgical
treatments. Training programs for neurosurgeons and other medical
specialists must also be organized to manage complex neurosurgical
problems under difficult conditions.