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. 2018 Apr 28;4(2):15. doi: 10.3390/ijns4020015

Table 2.

Target parameters for the evaluation of pulse oximetry screening after its implementation in Germany as defined by the G-BA [18].

Number and Percentage of Newborns
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    having received pulse oximetry screening

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    with a negative screening result on the first measurement (SpO2 ≥ 96%)

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    with a positive screening result on the first measurement (SpO2 < 90%)

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    with an abnormal result on the first measurement with the need to repeat the test (SpO2 90–95%)

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    with a negative screening result on the second measurement (SpO2 ≥ 96%)

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    with a positive screening result on the second measurement (SpO2 < 96%)

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    referred to a paediatrician/neonatologist

False positive results
Number of newborns with CCHD detected by pulse oximetry screening
Timing of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in newborns with CCHD