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Headline: Parental Concern Is Key Indicator of Child Severe Illness
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A new study shows that a parent’s concern is a strong warning sign for identifying sudden severe illness in children, detecting over 90 percent of serious cases. Researchers at the University of Oulu and Oulu University Hospital found that even detailed digital symptom questionnaires do not improve assessment if parental concern is ignored.
The study included 2,375 children visiting the emergency department. A simple question about parental concern correctly identified 91 percent of children with severe conditions requiring intensive care, surgery, or prolonged hospitalization. Additional detailed questions did not improve detection accuracy.
The findings highlight the importance of early clinical assessment and suggest that digital tools cannot yet replace professional evaluation. Parents’ intuition remains a vital indicator for timely medical attention.
Source: University of Oulu
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