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A Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Eating Disorder Analysis and Diagnosis
Published on: May 10, 2022
Ascertainment of early onset eating disorders: a pilot for developing a national child psychiatric surveillance
R M Lynn1,2, R M Viner2, D E Nicholls3
1British Paediatric Surveillance Unit, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, 5-11 Theobalds Road, London WC1X 8SH, UK.
Background:
A Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Surveillance System was established as part of a British Paediatric Surveillance Unit study of early onset eating disorders (EOED).
Method:
A study of EOED presenting to paediatricians was undertaken through the BPSU over 15 months in 2005-06.
Results:
Monthly report cards compliance was 83%, identifying 208 EOED cases. On evaluation, 99% of psychiatrists responding supported the need for surveillance and 95% would continue to contribute.
Conclusions:
The findings of this pilot study suggest that a monthly surveillance of rare conditions in child and adolescent psychiatry is feasible and enhances ascertainment.
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