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Background We have previously presented our review of routine enquiry (RE) for IPV in a genitourinary medicine (GUM) service. On-going integration with contraception services (CASH) combined with a new electronic patient record (EPR) in 2013 has prompted further review across the whole service (comprising 13 community clinics and the level 3 GUM service). Aim Have these service changes impacted on our recommendation that RE is undertaken for all new patients? In addition, how many cases of IPV are we identifying? 58% of those identified with current issues of IPV had attended the level 3 GUM service. In the majority, support was already in place. 567 had documentation of past issues of IPV, of which 58 had on-going needs identified. Experiences included child sexual abuse, stalking and social media harassment. Discussion Routine enquiry for IPV is feasible across an integrated service and identifies a range of issues. The proportion screened appears stable (71% in 2013 and 70% in 2014). The scale of the problem in our population is alarming and highlights the need for adequate staff training and clear referral pathways.

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Background We have previously presented our review of routine enquiry (RE) for IPV in a genitourinary medicine (GUM) service. On-going integration with contraception services (CASH) combined with a new electronic patient record (EPR) in 2013 has prompted further review across the whole service (comprising 13 community clinics and the level 3 GUM service). Aim Have these service changes impacted on our recommendation that RE is undertaken for all new patients? In addition, how many cases of IPV are we identifying? 58% of those identified with current issues of IPV had attended the level 3 GUM service. In the majority, support was already in place. 567 had documentation of past issues of IPV, of which 58 had on-going needs identified. Experiences included child sexual abuse, stalking and social media harassment. Discussion Routine enquiry for IPV is feasible across an integrated service and identifies a range of issues. The proportion screened appears stable (71% in 2013 and 70% in 2014). The scale of the problem in our population is alarming and highlights the need for adequate staff training and clear referral pathways.