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Area of Science:

  • Neonatal screening
  • Pediatric cardiology
  • Public health

Background:

  • Pulse oximetry screening aids early detection of critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) in newborns.
  • Early CCHD detection minimizes risks of circulatory collapse before surgical intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To update on the implementation of pulse oximetry screening in Nordic countries.
  • To propose standardized guidelines for CCHD screening in the Nordic region.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire was distributed to 157 Nordic delivery units in June 2013.
  • The survey explored pulse oximetry screening practices, clinical examination routines, and echocardiography availability.

Main Results:

  • 156 of 157 units responded; 116 (74%) used pulse oximetry screening by September 2013.
  • Screening was performed before 24 hours of age in 91% of units.
  • Implementation rates varied, with Finland (97%), Sweden (91%), and Norway (90%) showing the highest adoption.

Conclusions:

  • Sweden, Norway, and Finland exhibit the highest global implementation of pulse oximetry screening.
  • Near 100% coverage is anticipated in these countries by 2014.
  • Uniform Nordic guidelines recommending preductal and postductal screening before 24 hours are proposed.