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This study evaluated the quality of postoperative care in the neurosurgery department of Sylvanus Olympio University Hospital in Lom\u00e9, Togo.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>We conducted a descriptive, cross-sectional study from October to December 2024, including patients who underwent neurosurgical procedures and received postoperative care in the neurosurgery ward. Data were collected using a structured checklist, medical record audits, and patient satisfaction surveys.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 51 patients were included (mean age: 37.1\u2009\u00b1\u200921.6 years; male-to-female ratio: 4.67). Traumatic brain injury accounted for 45% of surgical indications. Compliance with perioperative procedural standards was observed in 64.9% of cases, while only 13.7% of postoperative prescriptions adhered to standard protocols. Postoperative complications occurring during the inpatient hospital stay were observed in 13.7% of patients, and the mortality rate was 1.96%. Despite systemic shortcomings, 64.7% of patients reported overall satisfaction with their care.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Substantial gaps remain in the application of standardized postoperative procedures, particularly in documentation and timing of care. 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