What does this research mean for the field?

Trust in the surgeon, second opinions, and peer support networks are the primary factors influencing parental decision-making regarding early surgery for children with congenital hand and upper limb differences. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To identify key factors influencing parental decision-making regarding surgery for congenital hand and upper-limb differences.

May 29, 2026Journal of Hand Surgery (European Volume)0 citations

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Parental decision-making in congenital hand and upper-limb differences: a national survey

ACAndrew D. ClellandBarts Health NHS Trust YMYangmyung MaUniversity Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust ÓDÓrla DuncanNHS Lothian

Key Points

To identify key factors influencing parental decision-making regarding surgery for congenital hand and upper-limb differences.
National survey of parents
Assessment of decision-making factors
Evaluation of trust, second opinions, and support networks.
Trust in the surgeon is the primary influence on decision-making.
Second opinions significantly affect parental choices.
Peer support networks are crucial for informed decisions.

Abstract

Parents of children with congenital hand and upper limb differences must often make decisions about surgery early in life. This national survey identified the main factors influencing parental decision-making, highlighting the importance of trust in the surgeon, second opinions and peer support networks. Level of evidence: IV

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Clelland et al. (Wed,) studied this question.

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