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Measuring the consequences of illness.

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  • 1Arthritis and Rheumatism Council Epidemiology Research Unit, University of Manchester, United Kingdom.

World Health Statistics Quarterly. Rapport Trimestriel De Statistiques Sanitaires Mondiales
|January 1, 1989
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The International Classification of Impairments, Disabilities, and Handicaps (ICIDH) offers a framework for understanding health conditions. Its tripartite distinction aids in data structuring and evaluating care, despite some initial challenges.

Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • The International Classification of Impairments, Disabilities, and Handicaps (ICIDH) was developed to measure the impact of illness.
  • Widespread adoption of the ICIDH was delayed, despite its potential for understanding health-related problems.
  • The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and ICIDH offer complementary information on health conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the origins and structure of the ICIDH.
  • To explore the potential of ICD and ICIDH in analyzing health problems.
  • To discuss criticisms and applications of the ICIDH, particularly the handicap code.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the historical development and conceptual basis of the ICIDH.

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  • Analysis of the tripartite distinction: impairment, disability, and handicap.
  • Discussion of the ICIDH's application at different levels (enlightenment, data structuring, appraisal, management).

    • Main Results:

    • The ICIDH is structured around impairment, disability, and handicap.
    • It serves multiple functions, including data classification and care evaluation.
    • Misunderstanding the multi-perspective use of data hinders ICIDH application, especially the handicap code.

    Conclusions:

    • The ICIDH provides a valuable framework for understanding disablement and informing health policies and services.
    • Further experience and clarification are expected to resolve difficulties and promote wider adoption of the ICIDH approach.
    • Appreciating the multi-perspective utility of data is key to overcoming challenges in applying the ICIDH.