Zhang J, Jin L, Feng P, Fei Y, Li W, Jiang T, Zhang Z, He F. Up-to-date quality survey and evaluation of neonatal screening programs in China.
BMC Pediatr 2024;
24:65. [PMID:
38245686 PMCID:
PMC10799474 DOI:
10.1186/s12887-024-04528-1]
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Abstract
AIMS
To thoroughly evaluate the quality of the entire process of neonatal screening (NBS) in China.
METHODS
We collected survey questionnaires from 54.4% (135/248) of NBS institutions in China and conducted on-site visits to 20 of these facilities to validate the data. The quality performance of the institutions was evaluated, and differences across various factors were analysed.
RESULTS
Merely 62.5% of the provinces had acceptable performance in neonatal screening. Institutions with limited staff were more prone to organizational management shortcomings. Institutions in provinces with a per capita GDP below 10,000 USD exhibited lower quality control levels than those with a per capita GDP between 10,000 and 15,000 USD. Obstetrics departments have a lower awareness of quality control compared to other blood collection facilities.
CONCLUSIONS
A nationwide, comprehensive quality control system for continuous enhancements in quality management, screening, diagnosis, and treatment is imperative to ensure prompt diagnosis and intervention.
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