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The Structure and Presentation of Contemporary Psychiatric Classifications with Special Reference to ICD- and 10.
- Source :
- British Journal of Psychiatry; May88 Supplement, p21-28, 8p
- Publication Year :
- 1988
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Abstract
- The article focuses on presentation and structure of present psychiatric classifications in reference to ICD-9 and -10. The main features of the 10th revision of the International Classification of Diseases or ICD-10 are examined on their structure and presentation. The general principles and main changes from ICD-9 is highlighted such as the use of clinical descriptions and diagnostic guidelines. Tables on how ICD-10 is structured are also presented and discussed. It is suggested psychiatric services and general medical care will realize the importance of usefulness of collecting data for future classification purposes.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00071250
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- British Journal of Psychiatry
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 24830546
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1192/s0007125000295573