Analysis of Quality of Nuchal Translucency Measurements

作者: Mónica Echevarria , Carmen Comas , Bernat Serra , Ignacio Rodríguez , Joan Sabrià

DOI: 10.5005/JP-JOURNALS-10009-1187

关键词: CUSUMNuclear medicinePrenatal screeningNuchal translucencyNuchal Translucency MeasurementMedicinePediatricsFetal medicine

摘要: Objective: Quantitative analysis of the quality nuchal translucency (NT) measurements.Methods: This is a retrospective single-center study. NT was measured according to Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF) criteria by 20trained obstetricians (October 2003-November 2009). The performance measurements analyzed with regard severalquality control standards. Accuracy experience, professional profile, crown-rump length (CRL) values and FMF certificationwas statistically tested.Results: A total 14,978 were assessed. (1) mean operator-specific median NT-MoM 0.98. (2) Meanpercentage cases >95th 60 mm had statistical impact improving thesestandards.Conclusion: Overall standards show optimal in our unit. Experience dedicated profile fetal medicineultrasound, CRL over certification has significant positive on

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