Confederation Brain injury state Just announced State Observatory of Brain Injuries, It is promoted by the entity in cooperation with the State Secretariat of Social Rights of the Ministry of Social Rights, Consumerism and Agenda 2030.
In this observatory, among other things, there is a structural lack of detection Acquired brain injury (ABI) In Spanish health and social systems.
The research is funded by the Ministry and carried out in cooperation with Social Research Consultant Indira, Analyzes current barriers and Proposes technical solutions To improve recognition, monitoring and care of ABI in the short and medium term.
Show him Main conclusions, The report highlights:
• There is no specific diagnostic code for ACD. The ICD-10 classification does not have its own code, which limits monitoring and resource planning. The Observatory proposes creating a code in ICD-11 and identifying existing codes that allow this Improving epidemiological detection.
• The need for identification and tracking protocols From the acute stage. The study suggests implementing diagnostic methods,Incorporate specific indicators In the electronic medical record and enhancing the intervention of specialist files, such as neuropsychologists and rehabilitation reference physicians.
• The need to enhance awareness and training. The Observatory recommends the development of early detection campaigns and the preparation of a national census that integrates clinical and social data, paying particular attention to the invisible consequences of ACI.
• Promoting social and health coordination. Improving continuity of care, systematic disability coding and early social work intervention would allow progress towards more equitable and efficient care.
The study also includes a list of nearly 1,000 ICD-10 codes and subcodes related to the etiology and consequences of ACI, as well as a care pathway that identifies moments Detection key.
he State Observatory of Brain Injuries Its mission is to generate, analyze and disseminate knowledge about the reality and needs of people with ABI and their families, contributing to the promotion of evidence-based public policies and improving the quality of life of the group.
The study was developed using the Delphi technique, and everyone participated in it NeurologistsNeurosurgery, clinical documentation, rehabilitation medicine, primary care, neuropsychology, and Trade union movement.
You can view the full study at this link: https://fedace.org/observatorio_estata_dano_cerebral_publica_estudio_infradeteccion_dca