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Croydon 1931

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Croydon]

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From this Table it is seen the number of cases in residential
institutions was 21 at the beginning of the year and 25 at the end.
Institutional treatment is naturally the most expensive part of the
scheme, but it is also an essential part if permanently satisfactory
results are to be obtained.
The following Table shows the conditions for which patients
were admitted to Hospitals and the results of treatment.

Table: TableCXXII.

TableCXXII.

Condition.In on Jan. 1st, 1931.Ad-mitted.DischagedIn on Jan. 1st, 1932.
Cured.Much Improved.Improved.Died.
Infantile Paralysis34112...1
Talipes...1...1.........
Tuberc. Joir.t Disease1616473117
Congenital orPathological Dislocated Hip1423......
Injuries1413......1
Rickets142.........3
Wry Neck112............
Spastic Paraplegia...1......1......
Other Deformities...10322...3
2145131611125

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The percentage of cures for the whole series of cases was
31.7%, whilst 39.0% were much improved.
Table to show number of cases for whom appliances were
ordered and how the expenses thereof were met:—
Total cases on the books of the Clinic Jan. 1st, 1931 458
Total number actually in receipt of massage, electrical,
Swedish remedial on Jan. 1st, 1931 26
New splints and appliances supplied 72
Repair of existing appliances 32
Part cost met by parents 21%
Full cost met by parents 54%
Full cost met by Local Authorit 25%
Number of cases in which Hospital contributions were
authorise 38%