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Implementation Trial Opens: Clinical Decision Support Tool for Postpartum Depression Detection — What Obstetricians Need to Know

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5 Apr 2026

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New implementation trial evaluates automated clinical decision support tool to help obstetricians identify postpartum depression risk. Study examines acceptability, feasibility and impact on mental health service utilisation across three US clinics.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

References

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