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Table 2 Number of randomised studies by linkage by reported significant outcome

From: Effectiveness of service linkages in primary mental health care: a narrative review part 1

Linkage

Clinical (number)

Service delivery (number)

Economic (number)

link working

8

5

3

co-location

6

4

3

consultation liaison

15

10

5

care management

18

11

8

specific treatment protocol

15

7

6

stepped care

3

2

1

enhanced communication

17

12

5

enhanced referral

3

5

0

electronic communication system

1

1

0

service or formal work agreement

0

0

0

  1. Almost all linkages occurred as part of a combination strategy