To assess the accuracy of pulse oximetry screening as a tool to detect critical congenital heart disease in asymptomatic newborns at altitude
Introduction: Pulse oximetry screening (POS) in the newborn period has been shown to improve early detection of critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) before significant morbidity and/or mortality develop. Acceptable sea-level saturation thresholds range from 90-95% in newborns whereas at altitude...
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| Language: | en |
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2018
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| Online Access: | https://hdl.handle.net/10539/25306 |