Togo's CHU Campus Hospital Undergoes Major Modernization

The Centre hospitalier universitaire (CHU) Campus de Lomé in Togo has significantly upgraded its medical services and infrastructure as part of the country's healthcare modernization program. Since September 2026, several specialized services and facilities have been introduced, enhancing the hospital's capacity to provide quality healthcare. The modernization efforts aim to strengthen the national healthcare system's capabilities, focusing on diagnosing complex pathologies and providing specialized care.

The hospital's technical capabilities have been substantially upgraded, with notable developments in interventional cardiology. A state-of-the-art operating theater and a specialized cardiological intensive care unit have been added, enabling procedures such as angioplasty, coronary angiography, and pacemaker implantation. These interventions allow for the treatment of vascular obstructions, exploration of coronary arteries, and regulation of heart rhythm. The hospital has also enhanced its intensive cardiological care services.

Medical imaging is another key area of development, with a reorganized service featuring a 1.5 Tesla MRI, a latest-generation scanner, radiological tables, ultrasound equipment, and a mammography machine. These additions aim to expand diagnostic possibilities and improve accuracy. The hospital has also increased its capacity to handle medical emergencies, with a new polyvalent intensive care unit with 15 beds and six operating theaters for various specialties.

The hospital's surgical services have been bolstered by the addition of new facilities, including a new emergency medico-surgical service and an upgraded dental service with modern equipment such as panoramic radiography and lateral skull radiography devices. All hospitalization services have been transferred to a new building that meets required standards and is equipped with necessary facilities, improving patient care and working conditions for medical staff.

The hospital has also introduced new services, including a dialysis unit, which opened on November 9, 2026, equipped with ten latest-generation generators to treat patients with acute or chronic kidney failure. An anatomy and cytology pathology service was launched on November 5, 2026, offering specialized examinations to identify pathologies and guide treatments. A new morgue with a capacity for 100 cases has also been operational for two months, serving the Greater Lomé area.

The CHU Campus hospital also hosts the National Cancer Registry of Togo, located in the anatomy and cytology pathology service. This registry plays a strategic role in epidemiological surveillance by collecting and analyzing cancer data, contributing to improved knowledge of the disease and supporting national efforts in prevention, early diagnosis, and patient care.

The modernization of the CHU Campus hospital reflects a broader healthcare policy aimed at strengthening the country's healthcare infrastructure. The Togolese government's investment in specialized equipment, new medical units, and improved hospitalization conditions aims to expand access to healthcare and address evolving health needs. Further rehabilitation work on the hospital's old buildings is ongoing, with completion expected in the first half of 2027.

Key points

• The CHU Campus hospital's modernization includes the introduction of interventional cardiology services and advanced medical imaging.
• A new dialysis unit and anatomy and cytology pathology service have been added to the hospital.
• The hospital hosts the National Cancer Registry of Togo, supporting epidemiological surveillance and cancer control efforts.