Implementing a novel electronic trauma registry application in Mozambique

The burden of injury has reached epidemic proportions, especially in low-income countries. Annually, injury costs more than five million lives. The social and economic burden of injury is profound and disproportionately affects young people, the most productive demographic of the population. The introduction of an innovative electronic trauma registry allows for rapid and real-time data collection and analysis, which is essential in resource-limited settings. This will set the foundation for surveillance, education and implementation of effective policies to reduce the burden of injury.