The need for quality improvement in sweat testing infants after newborn screening for cystic fibrosis.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jpeds.2010.07.053 and PMC identifier 6326081.
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Abstract
The proportion of insufficient sweat tests after positive newborn screening for cystic fibrosis was determined. Infants ≤ 3 months old had a mean (± standard deviation) rate of 7.2% (± 7.6) (range, 0% to 40%). Collection methods did not affect the rates. The high and variable rates indicate a need for quality improvement.
Medical subject headings
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Neonatal Screening
- Quality of Health Care
- Sweat