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The impact of pediatric brachial plexus injury on families

Emily Louden1, Allison Allgier1, Myra Overton1

  • 1Brachial Plexus Center, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH.

The Journal of Hand Surgery
|May 5, 2015
PubMed

Insights

Brachial plexus injuries (BPIs) significantly impact families, particularly financially and socially. A multidisciplinary team approach is crucial for addressing the diverse needs of children with BPIs and their families.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Rehabilitation Science
  • Family Studies

Background:

  • Brachial plexus injuries (BPIs) in children can lead to significant challenges for families.
  • Understanding the multifaceted impact of BPIs is essential for providing comprehensive care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the impact of pediatric brachial plexus injuries on families.
  • To identify clinical and social needs of affected families.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study involving 102 caregivers of children (1-18 years) with BPIs.
  • Utilized demographic questionnaires and the Impact on Family Scale.
  • Employed factor analysis and item-total correlations to analyze family impact.

Main Results:

  • Overall family impact score was 43, with financial and travel-related factors showing the strongest correlation.
  • Personal strain, family/social factors, financial stress, and mastery were identified dimensions of impact.
  • Injury severity had a marginal correlation with family impact.

Conclusions:

  • Families experience diverse impacts from pediatric BPIs, including financial strain and personal challenges.
  • A multidisciplinary care team should address these varied impacts throughout treatment.
  • Addressing family needs is integral to managing pediatric BPIs effectively.
Abstract

Keywords:
Brachial plexusImpact on Family Scalefamilies

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