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Newborn Screening for Hemoglobinopathies in Rhode Island, 2017.
Philippa Sprinz1, Karen Lemke2, James Padbury3
1Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist Hasbro Children's Hospital, Providence, RI.
Rhode Island Medical Journal (2013)
|September 8, 2018
Summary
Newborn screening for sickle cell disease (SCD) in Rhode Island is successful. This study identified areas for improvement in the screening process to enhance early intervention for newborns.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Pediatrics
- Genetics
Background:
- Newborn screening (NBS) identifies serious illnesses for early intervention.
- Rhode Island has screened for sickle cell disease (SCD) since 1990.
- Early detection of SCD through NBS reduces clinical consequences.
Purpose of the Study:
- Evaluate the success of Rhode Island's NBS program for SCD.
- Identify areas for improvement in the NBS process for SCD.
Main Methods:
- Survey of primary care physicians (PCPs) at Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island.
- Used Survey Monkey® questionnaire to assess NBS result handling.
- Gathered data on potential process improvements.
Main Results:
- The NBS process for SCD in Rhode Island was found to be efficient.
- Specific recommendations for service improvement were generated.
- The study provided examples of these recommendations.
Conclusions:
- While NBS for SCD is successful in Rhode Island, improvements are possible.
- States are responsible for successful screening and complete follow-up.
- Investigators have implemented suggested improvements.
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