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Top 10 Research Articles of 2022
The Top Most Read Research Articles reveals the topics of particular interest and relevance to BJGP Open readers in 2022, with communication, remote consulting, and technological approaches in primary care remaining high on the agenda. Editorial Fellow Dr Alex Burrell and Editor-in-Chief Hajira Dambha-Miller discuss the full top ten in this special editorial. See the full list here.
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Depression in older people
Depression is common in older patients and symptoms can be masked by unexplained physical ailments like fatigue and pain. This cross-sectional study in Norway found mental health problems were addressed in only 9% of consultations, and only a third of patients with moderate depressive symptoms addressed them in their consultation. GPs were unaware of probable depression in almost one in three older patients.
Comprehensive geriatric assessments
Adverse childhood experiences
Incomplete information and coding issues can make identifying adverse childhood experiences from electronic notes challenging. Kilner and colleagues identified children who were 3 or more months late for immunisations, finding that this status was a useful indicator for identifying children at risk of poorer outcomes. The findings may help GPs and health visitors target resources towards families who might benefit most.