Epidemiological assessment of geographic and socioeconomic disparities in myringotomy procedures among First Nations children in South Australia
This study found a higher incidence of myringotomy procedures among First Nations children, particularly in later childhood. Socioeconomic disadvantage was a driver, while geographic proximity to healthcare had limited influence. Future initiatives may benefit by prioritising culturally informed, community-led strategies focused on early intervention, prevention and equitable service delivery.
Authors
- Jacqueline H. Stephens (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7278-1374)
- Syeda Hira Fatima (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7180-4722)
- Skye Akbar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7253-1167)
- Patrick Sharpe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-8184-930X)
Institutions
- Flinders University (AU)
- University of South Australia (AU)
- University of Canberra (AU)
- Community Partners (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Open
- Published
- 2025-10-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2025-100116
- Primary Topic
- Ear Surgery and Otitis Media
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Channel 7 Children's Research Foundation
- Medical Research Council
- National Health and Medical Research Council