Author Description
Screening for disease in the antenatal and neonatal periods offers great scope for the prevention of disability and suffering. In this book priority is given to the screening of diseases which lend themselves to effective intervention. Each screening procedure is examined critically and, wherever possible, quantitatively, and practical guidance on how to perform the test is given. Most chapters include a discussion of problem areas and research needs, and an assessment of the value of screening for the particular disorder being described.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the clinical efficacy and public health impact of screening programs for diseases during the antenatal and neonatal periods. Nicholas J. Wald, a recognized authority in medical screening and epidemiology, utilizes quantitative data and clinical evidence to evaluate the utility of specific diagnostic interventions. The book provides a rigorous framework for determining which conditions warrant screening based on the potential for effective medical intervention and the prevention of long-term disability.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Quantitative analysis of screening procedures for various congenital and neonatal disorders
- Practical clinical guidance for the execution of diagnostic tests
- Identification of current research gaps and unresolved problem areas in screening protocols
Scope Limits
- Does not cover general prenatal care outside of specific disease screening
- Excludes non-medical or social aspects of neonatal care
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Medical professionals and researchers frequently cite this work as a foundational reference for understanding the statistical and practical requirements of screening programs. Experts highlight the text for its clinical rigor and its focus on evidence-based decision-making in obstetric and pediatric practice.
Page Count:
592
Publication Date:
1984-02-09
ISBN-10:
019261424X
ISBN-13:
9780192614247
Medical
Infants care and hygiene
OBSTETRICS
Pediatrics
Public Health
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