Analysis of a paediatric orthopaedic network: a six-year experience in the South West of the United Kingdom

Journal of Children's Orthopaedics
D BruceR Brown

Abstract

We report our experience of a paediatric orthopaedic network, based on a 'hub and spoke' model, covering the South West of the United Kingdom. We identify the areas of most clinical concern, the effect of the network on stream-lining patient management and the benefits of the network to the clinician. Prospective data were collected from the minutes of the bi-annual meetings of the South West Paediatric Network (UK) between November 2006 and May 2012. Data collected included details of the condition, previous treatment, problems, complications and advice given. Cases continue to be followed up in subsequent meetings. In total 131 cases were included and hip conditions were discussed most frequently (35.1%). The most common indication for discussion was to support and confirm the local management plan. In total, a mean average of 8.75 cases in total were presented per consultant during the study period, with those within ten to 12 years of starting independent practice presenting the majority. The clinical outcome for patients discussed in this forum was local provision of care in 74%, with transfer to the regional centre in 15.7%. Following advice, 14% of direct referrals were given appropriate advice and avoided a journey to t...Continue Reading

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