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Holm-Hansen CC, Lund S, Skytte TB, Molenaar J, Steensgaard CN, Mohd UA, Mzee S, Ali SM, Kjærgaard J, Greisen G, Sorensen JL, Poulsen A. Neonatal mortality and video assessment of resuscitation in four district hospitals in Pemba, Tanzania. Pediatr Res 2024; 95:712-721. [PMID: 37770540 PMCID: PMC10899108 DOI: 10.1038/s41390-023-02824-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2022] [Revised: 04/17/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND We aimed to assess risk factors for neonatal mortality, quality of neonatal resuscitation (NR) on videos and identify potential areas for improvement. METHODS This prospective cohort study included women in childbirth and their newborns at four district hospitals in Pemba, Tanzania. Videos were analysed for quality-of-care. Questionnaires on quality-of-care indicators were answered by health workers (HW) and women. Risk factors for neonatal mortality were analysed in a binomial logistic regression model. RESULTS 1440 newborns were enrolled. 34 newborns died within the neonatal period (23.6 per 1000 live births). Ninety neonatal resuscitations were performed, 20 cases on video. Positive pressure ventilation (PPV) was inadequate in 15 cases (75%). Half (10/20) did not have PPV initiated within the first minute, and in one case (5.0%), no PPV was performed. PPV was not sustained in 16/20 (80%) newborns. Of the 20 videos analysed, death occurred in 10 newborns: 8 after resuscitation attempts and two within the first 24 h. Most of HW 49/56 (87.5%) had received training in NR. CONCLUSIONS Video analysis of NR revealed significant deviations from guidelines despite 87.5% of HW being trained in NR. Videos provided direct evidence of gaps in the quality of care and areas for future education, particularly effective PPV. IMPACT Neonatal mortality in Pemba is 23.6 per 1000 livebirths, with more than 90% occurring in the first 24 h of life. Video assessment of neonatal resuscitation revealed deviations from guidelines and can add to understanding challenges and aid intervention design. The present study using video assessment of neonatal resuscitation is the first one performed at secondary-level hospitals where many of the world's births are conducted. Almost 90% of the health workers had received training in neonatal resuscitation, and the paper can aid intervention design by understanding the actual challenges in neonatal resuscitation.
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- Charlotte Carina Holm-Hansen
- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Neonatology, The Juliane Marie Centre for Children, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, København, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Reproductive and Maternal Health Research Group, Public Health Department, Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Family Medicine and Population Health, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Public Health Laboratory-Ivo de Carneri, Chake Chake, Pemba, Tanzania
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- Public Health Laboratory-Ivo de Carneri, Chake Chake, Pemba, Tanzania
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Neonatology, The Juliane Marie Centre for Children, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, København, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medicine Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Public Health Laboratory-Ivo de Carneri, Chake Chake, Pemba, Tanzania
- The Juliane Marie Centre for Children, Women and Reproduction, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, København, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Holm-Hansen CC, Poulsen A, Skytte TB, Stensgaard CN, Bech CM, Lopes MN, Kristiansen M, Kjærgaard J, Mzee S, Ali S, Ame S, Sorensen JL, Greisen G, Lund S. Video recording as an objective assessment tool of health worker performance in neonatal resuscitation at a district hospital in Pemba, Tanzania: a feasibility study. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e060642. [PMID: 35584880 PMCID: PMC9119158 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-060642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To assess the feasibility of using video recordings of neonatal resuscitation (NR) to evaluate the quality of care in a low-resource district hospital. DESIGN Prospective observational feasibility study. SETTING Chake-Chake Hospital, a district hospital in Pemba, Tanzania, in April and May 2019. PARTICIPANTS All delivering women and their newborns were eligible for participation. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Motion-triggered cameras were mounted on resuscitation tables and provided recordings that were analysed for quality of care indicators based on the national NR algorithm. Assessment of feasibility was conducted using Bowen's 8-point framework for feasibility studies. RESULTS 91% (126 of 139) of women and 96% (24 of 26) of health workers were comfortable or very comfortable with the video recordings. Of 139 newborns, 8 underwent resuscitation with bag and mask ventilation. In resuscitations, heat loss prevention measures were not performed in half of the cases (four of eight), clearing the airway was not performed correctly in five of eight cases, and all newborns were suctioned vigorously and repeatedly, even when not indicated. In a quarter (two of eight) of cases, the newborn's head was not positioned correctly. Additionally, two of the eight newborns needing ventilation were not ventilated within the first minute of life. In none of the eight cases did ventilation appear to be performed effectively. CONCLUSIONS It proved feasible to use video recordings to assess quality of care during NR in a low-resource setting, and the method was considered acceptable for the delivering women and health workers. Recordings of eight resuscitations all demonstrated deviations from NR guidelines.
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- Charlotte Carina Holm-Hansen
- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Public Health Laboratory-Ivo de Carneri, Chake-Chake, Tanzania, United Republic of
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- Public Health Laboratory-Ivo de Carneri, Chake-Chake, Tanzania, United Republic of
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- Public Health Laboratory-Ivo de Carneri, Chake-Chake, Tanzania, United Republic of
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- The Juliane Marie Centre for Children, Women and Reproduction, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medicine Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medicine Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Neonatology, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Global Health Unit, Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Neonatology, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Kamath AM, Thom MG, Johanns CK, Panhorst Harris K, Schwarzbauer K, Ochoa JC, Zuniga-Brenes P, Rios-Zertuche D, Mokdad AH, Hernandez B. Tackling equitable coverage and quality of care for neonates in hospitals: a pre-post assessment on asphyxia interventions in Mesoamerica. BMC Pediatr 2021; 21:534. [PMID: 34852795 PMCID: PMC8638427 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-021-02999-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Intrapartum-related hypoxic events, or birth asphyxia, causes one-fourth of neonatal deaths globally and in Mesoamerica. Multidimensional care for asphyxia must be implemented to ensure timely and effective care of newborns. Salud Mesoamérica Initiative (SMI) is a performance-based program seeking to improve maternal and child health for low-income areas of Central America. Our objective was to assess the impact of SMI on neonatal asphyxia care in health centers and hospitals in the region. METHODS A pre-post design. Two hundred forty-eight cases of asphyxia were randomly selected from medical records at baseline (2011-2013) and at second-phase follow-up (2017-2018) in Mexico (state of Chiapas), Honduras, Nicaragua, and Guatemala as part of the SMI Initiative evaluation. A facility survey was conducted to assess quality of health care and the management of asphyxia. The primary outcome was coverage of multidimensional care for the management of asphyxia, consisting of a skilled provider presence at birth, immediate assessment, initial stabilization, and appropriate resuscitation measures of the newborn. Data were analyzed using multivariable logistic regression. RESULTS Management of asphyxia improved significantly after SMI. Proper care of asphyxia in intervention areas was better (OR = 2.4; 95% CI = 1.3-4.6) compared to baseline. Additionally, multidimensional care was significantly higher in Honduras (OR = 4.0; 95% CI = 1.4-12.0) than in Mexico. Of the four multidimensional care components, resuscitation showed the greatest progress by follow-up (65.7%) compared to baseline (38.7%). CONCLUSION SMI improved the care for neonatal asphyxia management across all levels of health care in all countries. Our findings show that proper training and adequate supplies can improve health outcomes in low-income communities. SMI provides a model for improving health care in other settings.
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- Aruna M Kamath
- Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, 3980 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98195, USA. .,Department of Anesthesiology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA.
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- Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, 3980 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98195, USA
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- Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, 3980 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98195, USA
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- Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, 3980 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98195, USA
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- Inter-American Development Bank, Washington, DC, USA
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- Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, 3980 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98195, USA
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- Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington, 3980 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98195, USA
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Ruysen H, Rahman AE, Gordeev VS, Hossain T, Basnet O, Shirima K, Rahman QSU, Zaman SB, Rana N, Salim N, Tahsina T, Gore-Langton GR, Ameen S, Boggs D, Kong S, Day LT, El Arifeen S, Lawn JE. Electronic data collection for multi-country, hospital-based, clinical observation of maternal and newborn care: EN-BIRTH study experiences. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2021; 21:234. [PMID: 33765951 PMCID: PMC7995708 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-020-03426-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Observation of care at birth is challenging with multiple, rapid and potentially concurrent events occurring for mother, newborn and placenta. Design of electronic data (E-data) collection needs to account for these challenges. The Every Newborn Birth Indicators Research Tracking in Hospitals (EN-BIRTH) was an observational study to assess measurement of indicators for priority maternal and newborn interventions and took place in five hospitals in Bangladesh, Nepal and Tanzania (July 2017-July 2018). E-data tools were required to capture individually-linked, timed observation of care, data extraction from hospital register-records or case-notes, and exit-survey data from women. METHODS To evaluate this process for EN-BIRTH, we employed a framework organised around five steps for E-data design, data collection and implementation. Using this framework, a mixed methods evaluation synthesised evidence from study documentation, standard operating procedures, stakeholder meetings and design workshops. We undertook focus group discussions with EN-BIRTH researchers to explore experiences from the three different country teams (November-December 2019). Results were organised according to the five a priori steps. RESULTS In accordance with the five-step framework, we found: 1) Selection of data collection approach and software: user-centred design principles were applied to meet the challenges for observation of rapid, concurrent events around the time of birth with time-stamping. 2) Design of data collection tools and programming: required extensive pilot testing of tools to be user-focused and to include in-built error messages and data quality alerts. 3) Recruitment and training of data collectors: standardised with an interactive training package including pre/post-course assessment. 4) Data collection, quality assurance, and management: real-time quality assessments with a tracking dashboard and double observation/data extraction for a 5% case subset, were incorporated as part of quality assurance. Internet-based synchronisation during data collection posed intermittent challenges. 5) Data management, cleaning and analysis: E-data collection was perceived to improve data quality and reduce time cleaning. CONCLUSIONS The E-Data system, custom-built for EN-BIRTH, was valued by the site teams, particularly for time-stamped clinical observation of complex multiple simultaneous events at birth, without which the study objectives could not have been met. However before selection of a custom-built E-data tool, the development time, higher training and IT support needs, and connectivity challenges need to be considered against the proposed study or programme's purpose, and currently available E-data tool options.
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- Harriet Ruysen
- Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health (MARCH) Centre, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK.
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- Maternal and Child Health Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health (MARCH) Centre, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
- Institute of Population Health Sciences, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Maternal and Child Health Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Research Division, Golden Community, Lalitpur, Nepal
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- Department of Health Systems, Impact Evaluation and Policy, Ifakara Health Institute, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Maternal and Child Health Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Maternal and Child Health Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Research Division, Golden Community, Lalitpur, Nepal
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- Department of Health Systems, Impact Evaluation and Policy, Ifakara Health Institute, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
- Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Maternal and Child Health Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health (MARCH) Centre, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Maternal and Child Health Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health (MARCH) Centre, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health (MARCH) Centre, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health (MARCH) Centre, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Maternal and Child Health Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health (MARCH) Centre, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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Helldén D, Myrnerts Höök S, Pejovic NJ, Mclellan D, Lubulwa C, Tylleskär T, Alfven T. Neonatal resuscitation practices in Uganda: a video observational study. BMJ Paediatr Open 2021; 5:e001092. [PMID: 34595356 PMCID: PMC8442103 DOI: 10.1136/bmjpo-2021-001092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2021] [Accepted: 08/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Neonatal mortality, often due to birth asphyxia, remains stubbornly high in sub-Saharan Africa. Guidelines for neonatal resuscitation, where achieving adequate positive pressure ventilation (PPV) is key, have been implemented in low-resource settings. However, the actual clinical practices of neonatal resuscitation have rarely been examined in these settings. The primary aim of this prospective observational study was to detail the cumulative proportion of time with ventilation during the first minute on the resuscitation table of neonates needing PPV at the Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala, Uganda. METHODS From November 2015 to January 2016, resuscitations of non-breathing neonates by birth attendants were video-recorded using motion sensor cameras. The resuscitation practices were analysed using the application NeoTapAS and compared between those taking place in the labour ward and those in theatre through Fisher's exact test and Wilcoxon rank-sum test. RESULTS From 141 recorded resuscitations, 99 were included for analysis. The time to initiation of PPV was 66 (42-102) s overall, and there was minimal PPV during the first minute in both groups with 0 (0-10) s and 0 (0-12) s of PPV, respectively. After initiating PPV the overall duration of interruptions during the first minute was 28 (18-37) s. Majority of interruptions were caused by stimulation (28%), unknown reasons (25%) and suction (22%). CONCLUSIONS Our findings show a low adherence to standard resuscitation practices in 2015-2016. This emphasises the need for continuous educational efforts and investments in staff and adequate resources to increase the quality of clinical neonatal resuscitation practices in low-resource settings.
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- Daniel Helldén
- Global Public Health, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Global Public Health, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden.,Center for International Health, University of Bergen Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Bergen, Norway.,Sachs' Children and Youth Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Global Public Health, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden.,Center for International Health, University of Bergen Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Bergen, Norway.,Sachs' Children and Youth Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Global Public Health, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Mulago Specialized Women and Neonatal Hospital, Kampala, Uganda
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- Center for International Health, University of Bergen Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Bergen, Norway.,Centre for Intervention Science in Maternal and Child Health, Department of Global Public Health and Primary Care, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Global Public Health, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden.,Sachs' Children and Youth Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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Morris SM, Fratt EM, Rodriguez J, Ruman A, Wibecan L, Nelson BD. Implementation of the Helping Babies Breathe Training Program: A Systematic Review. Pediatrics 2020; 146:peds.2019-3938. [PMID: 32778541 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2019-3938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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CONTEXT Helping Babies Breathe (HBB) is a well-established neonatal resuscitation program designed to reduce newborn mortality in low-resource settings. OBJECTIVES In this literature review, we aim to identify challenges, knowledge gaps, and successes associated with each stage of HBB programming. DATA SOURCES Databases used in the systematic search included Medline, POPLINE, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature, African Index Medicus, Cochrane, and Index Medicus. STUDY SELECTION All articles related to HBB, in any language, were included. Article quality was assessed by using the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation framework. DATA EXTRACTION Data were extracted if related to HBB, including its implementation, acquisition and retention of HBB knowledge and skills, changes in provider behavior and clinical care, or the impact on newborn outcomes. RESULTS Ninety-four articles met inclusion criteria. Barriers to HBB implementation include staff turnover and limited time or focus on training and practice. Researchers of several studies found HBB cost-effective. Posttraining decline in knowledge and skills can be prevented with low-dose high-frequency refresher trainings, on-the-job practice, or similar interventions. Impact of HBB training on provider clinical practices varies. Although not universal, researchers in multiple studies have shown a significant association of decreased perinatal mortality with HBB implementation. LIMITATIONS In addition to not conducting a gray literature search, articles relating only to Essential Care for Every Baby or Essential Care for Small Babies were not included in this review. CONCLUSIONS Key challenges and requirements for success associated with each stage of HBB programming were identified. Despite challenges in obtaining neonatal mortality data, the program is widely believed to improve neonatal outcomes in resource-limited settings.
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- Divisions of Global Health and.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Divisions of Global Health and.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Divisions of Global Health and .,Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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Brogaard L, Uldbjerg N. Filming for auditing of real-life emergency teams: a systematic review. BMJ Open Qual 2019; 8:e000588. [PMID: 31909207 PMCID: PMC6937091 DOI: 10.1136/bmjoq-2018-000588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2018] [Revised: 08/02/2019] [Accepted: 11/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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- Lise Brogaard
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Regionshospitalet Horsens, Horsens, Denmark
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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Beyond basic resuscitation: What are the next steps to improve the outcomes of resuscitation at birth when resources are limited? Semin Fetal Neonatal Med 2018; 23:361-368. [PMID: 30001818 DOI: 10.1016/j.siny.2018.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Implementation of basic neonatal resuscitation in low- and middle-income settings consistently saves lives on the day of birth. What can be done to extend these gains and further improve the outcomes of infants who require resuscitation at birth when resources are limited? This review considers how resuscitation and post-resuscitation care can advance to help meet the survival goals of the Every Newborn Action Plan for 2030. A brief summary of the evidence for benefit from basic neonatal resuscitation training in low- and middle-income countries highlights key aspects of training, low-dose high-frequency practice, and implementation with single providers or teams. Reorganization of processes of care, as well as new equipment for training and selected clinical interventions can support further quality improvement in resuscitation. Consideration of the resuscitation algorithm itself focuses on important actions for all babies and special considerations for small babies and those not crying after thorough drying. Finally, an examination of the vital elements of assessment and continued stabilization/care in the health facility draws attention to the opportunities for prevention of intrapartum-related events and the gaps that still exist in postnatal care. Extending and improving implementation of basic resuscitation to make it available to all newborns will assure continued benefit to the largest numbers; once high coverage and quality of basic resuscitation are achieved, health systems with maturing capacity can extend survival gains with improved prevention, more advanced resuscitative interventions, and strengthened postnatal care.
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Lunze K, Dawkins R, Tapia A, Anand S, Chu M, Bloom DE. Market mechanisms for newborn health in Nepal. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2017; 17:428. [PMID: 29258465 PMCID: PMC5738188 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-017-1599-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2016] [Accepted: 11/24/2017] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Background In Nepal, hypothermia is a major risk factor for newborn survival, but the country’s public health care sector has insufficient capacity to improve newborn survival given the burden imposed by distance to health facilities and cost. Low-cost technology to provide newborn thermal care in resource-limited environments exists, but lacks effective distribution channels. This study aims to develop a private sector distribution model for dedicated newborn thermal care technology to ensure equitable access to thermal protection and ultimately improve newborn health in Nepal. Methods We conducted a document analysis of newborn health policy in Nepal and a scoping literature review of approaches to newborn hypothermia in the region, followed by qualitative interviews with key stakeholders of newborn health in Nepal. Results Current solutions addressing newborn hypothermia range from high-technology, high-cost incubators to low-cost behavioral interventions such as skin-to-skin care. However, none of these interventions are currently implemented at scale. A distribution model that provides incentives for community health volunteers and existing public health services in Nepal can deliver existing low-cost infant warmers to disadvantaged mothers where and when needed. Newborn technology can serve as an adjunct to skin-to-skin care and potentially create demand for newborn care practices. Conclusion Harnessing market forces could promote public health by raising awareness of newborn challenges, such as newborn hypothermia, and triggering demand for appropriate health technology and related health promotion behaviors. Market approaches to promoting public health have been somewhat neglected, especially in economically disadvantaged and vulnerable populations, and deserve greater attention in Nepal and other settings with limited public health service delivery capacity.
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- Karsten Lunze
- Department of Global Health and Population, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, 677 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115, USA. .,Boston Medical Center, 801 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA, 02118, USA.
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- Department of Global Health and Population, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, 677 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115, USA
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- Harvard Business School, Soldiers Field, Boston, MA, 02163, USA
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- Harvard Business School, Soldiers Field, Boston, MA, 02163, USA
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- Harvard Business School, Soldiers Field, Boston, MA, 02163, USA
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- Department of Global Health and Population, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, 677 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115, USA
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