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Screening without meaning?

Authors :
Saul, Helen
Source :
New Scientist. 3/19/94, Vol. 141 Issue 1917, p14. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
1994

Abstract

Suggests a reconsideration of the practice of using ultrasound in routine screening of pregnant women. Studies indicating that routine scanning makes no overall difference to the health of babies; Possible harmful effects; Problem of false positive results; Absence of definitive data on the benefits and risks of routine scans; Need for a study comparing routine and selective scanning and to improve study designs.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02624079
Volume :
141
Issue :
1917
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New Scientist
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
9405113073