====== Disparity ======

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A difference in level or treatment, especially one seen as unfair.

[[Insurance-Related Disparity]]

[[Racial disparity]]

[[Socioeconomic disparity]]
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Disparities in access to advanced neurosurgical technology remain a critical concern in global neurosurgery. Bridging this gap is essential to ensure that all patients, regardless of their geographic location, can benefit from the advancements in neurosurgical care. A concerted effort involving governments, healthcare institutions, and the international community is required to achieve this goal, advancing the quality of care for patients with brain tumors worldwide
((Valerio JE, Ramirez-Velandia F, Fernandez-Gomez MP, Rea NS, Alvarez-Pinzon AM. Bridging the Global Technology Gap in Neurosurgery: Disparities in Access to Advanced Tools for Brain Tumor Resection. Neurosurg Pract. 2024 Apr 25;5(2):e00090. doi: 10.1227/neuprac.0000000000000090. PMID: 39958239; PMCID: PMC11783611.))