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Voluntary progress toward universal newborn hearing screening.

Joseph E Kerschner1, John R Meurer, Ann E Conway

  • 1Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, Department of Otolaryngology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI 53226, USA. kersch@mcw.edu

International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|January 17, 2004
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Newborn hearing screening (UNHS) in Wisconsin rapidly increased from 1997-2001, reaching 90% coverage. This highlights the success of voluntary programs and the potential for widespread implementation.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Audiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Newborn hearing screening (UNHS) is crucial for early detection of hearing loss.
  • Wisconsin's UNHS program development between 1997-2001 provides insights for other regions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Assess the prevalence and establishment of UNHS in Wisconsin (1997-2001).
  • Identify factors influencing UNHS program implementation and outcomes.
  • Provide direction for states/countries considering UNHS programs.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional surveys in 2000 and 2001.
  • Data from the Wisconsin Sound Beginnings Early Detection and Hearing Intervention database.

Main Results:

  • UNHS programs increased from 2 to 92 hospitals (out of 103) between 1997-2001.

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  • Newborn screening rates rose from 10% to 90% in the same period.
  • Hospitals with higher delivery volumes were more likely to establish and effectively implement UNHS programs.

    • Conclusions:

    • Voluntary implementation led to widespread UNHS coverage in Wisconsin.
    • Education, funding, and a dedicated network facilitate UNHS program establishment, even for high-risk infants.
    • Coordinated systems are essential for linking screening to diagnostic and early intervention services.