Core outcome set for uncomplicated acute appendicitis in children and young people.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research studies to inform clinical practice and policy in children and young people with appendicitis are hampered by inconsistent selection and reporting of outcomes. The aim of this study was to develop a core outcome set for reporting all studies of uncomplicated acute appendicitis in children and young people.

Methods

Systematic literature reviews, qualitative interviews with parents and patients treated for uncomplicated acute appendicitis, and a Study-Specific Advisory Group informed a long list of outcomes. Outcomes were then prioritized by stakeholders based in the UK (patients, parents, and paediatric and general surgeons) in an online three-round Delphi consensus process, followed by face-to-face consensus meetings.

Results

A long list of 40 item

SUBMITTER: Sherratt FC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7317752 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature