Assessment of Commonly Used Pediatric Stool Scales: A pilot study
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Assessment of commonly used pediatric stool scales: a pilot study.
BACKGROUND The Bristol Stool Form Scale (BSFS) and a modified child-friendly version (M-BSFS) are frequently used in clinical practice and research. These scales have not been validated in children. 3-D stool scale models may be better adapted to the child's development. AIMS To assess the usefulness of the BSFS, M-BSFS, and a newly developed 3-D stool scale in children. METHODS Fifty child...
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عنوان ژورنال: Revista de Gastroenterología de México
سال: 2013
ISSN: 0375-0906
DOI: 10.1016/j.rgmx.2013.04.001