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The Apgar score, designed for newborn assessment, remains vital for evaluating clinical condition, intervention needs, and predicting outcomes. However, ongoing questions about its reliability and validity prompt a discussion on its continued use.

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  • Pediatric research

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  • The Apgar score was developed by Virginia Apgar to standardize the assessment of newborns immediately after birth.
  • It has been a cornerstone in neonatal medicine for decades, guiding clinical decisions and predicting infant outcomes.
  • Recent studies have raised concerns regarding the reliability and validity of the Apgar score.

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  • To evaluate the need for intervention in newborns.
  • To assess the clinical condition of infants at birth.
  • To predict short-term and long-term outcomes for newborns.

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