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Evidence-based paediatrics

E J Elliott1, V A Moyer

  • 1Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, University of Sydney and Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children, Parramatta, NSW, Australia.

Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
|May 6, 1998
PubMed

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Evidence-based medicine (EBM) is widely used in many medical fields but its application in pediatric practice is unknown. Enhancing access to technology and specialized journals can promote EBM use by pediatricians.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Clinical Practice
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Evidence-based medicine (EBM) is integrated into medical curricula and practiced across various specialties.
  • The current utilization of EBM within clinical pediatric practice remains largely unquantified.
  • Expanding the adoption of EBM in pediatrics presents a significant challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the extent of evidence-based medicine (EBM) utilization in clinical pediatric practice.
  • To identify challenges and facilitators for the broader implementation of EBM in pediatrics.
  • To emphasize the importance of integrating EBM into pediatric clinical decision-making.

Main Methods:

  • The abstract does not specify the methods used for the study.
  • It discusses general concepts and potential strategies for promoting EBM.

Main Results:

  • The abstract does not present specific results.
  • It highlights that the extent of EBM use in pediatrics is currently unknown.

Conclusions:

  • Facilitating literature searches through technology and developing specialized pediatric journals can encourage EBM adoption.
  • Informed EBM practice enhances clinical expertise by integrating literature evaluation and application.
  • The study underscores the need for further investigation into EBM use in pediatrics.

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