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@#This paper reviewed international documents of disability statistics. The results showed that all disability measurements had been adopted International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) terminology and approach. Disability statistics in US tailored to ICF framework and classification. Disability statistics in China had partially adopted ICF approach.
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@#Objective To develop a framework and indicators system for disability-related service data in China. Methods Using International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework and approach, the framework and indicators system were developed using content analysis, logical reasoning and expert consultation. Results A system with nine aspects, 35 dimensions and 115 indicators was established. Eleven experts with disability-related background all accepted the system, and satisfied in the importance and operability.Conclusion A data framework and indicators system with nine aspects, 35 dimensions and 115 indicators has been established for disability-related service, which can be used in further data collection.