Analysis of secular trends in surgery for glue ear in the North Western Region (1975-1984)

Analysis of secular trends in surgery for glue ear in the North Western Region (1975-1984)

The rate of surgery for glue ear has risen from 45/10 000 to 107 /10 000 representing an increase of 137%. The study casts doubt on a 'vacuum effect', as has been argued by Black. Marked variation in rates of surgery between Districts in the Region were noted, and the possible explanations...

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Veröffentlicht in:Community medicine (Bristol) 1989-02, Vol.11 (Feb 89), p.41-48
Hauptverfasser: Friedman, E H I, Regan, C M, St Leger, A S
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Sprache:eng
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Glue ear
North West England
Psychosocial factors
Surgery
Young children
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Zusammenfassung:The rate of surgery for glue ear has risen from 45/10 000 to 107 /10 000 representing an increase of 137%. The study casts doubt on a 'vacuum effect', as has been argued by Black. Marked variation in rates of surgery between Districts in the Region were noted, and the possible explanations discussed. (Abstract amended)
ISSN:0142-2456