Improving Continence in children and young people with neurodisability
Improving Continence in children and young people with neurodisability
The ICoN study aimed to find out how NHS staff assess and treat children with special educational needs and disability to help them become continent. Research to evaluate the ways to improve continence for children with special educational needs and disability was in the top 10 research priorities as voted for by families and clinicians. It was really exciting to have the opportunity to address this often neglected topic in research that is central to the daily lives of children and families. We heard from families, young people, NHS staff, and school and social care staff about their experiences. We did this using a questionnaire survey and a systematic review. The full report of our Improving Continence in children and young people with neurodisability (ICON) research study has been published in the NIHR Library: Improving continence in children and young people with neurodisability: a systematic review and survey. Health Technology Assessment 2021: 25:73
