Normal newborn screening physical exam video

Normal newborn screening physical exam video

Mothers of all infants are offered two screening physical examinations of their babies, one within the first 72 hours of birth and the second at 6-8 weeks of age. Like the mid-pregnancy ultrasound scan, this is a general examination which can detect a wide range of physical problems. But the following specific aspects of the examination are part of the screening programme and subject to pathway standards. This is used to screen for:

• Congenital cataracts - by ophthalmoscope examination.
• Congenital heart disease - by examination of the cardiovascular system.
• Undescended testes - by palpation of the scrotum and inguinal canals.
• Developmental dysplasia of the hip - by the Barlow and Ortolani tests and examination of the lower limbs for asymmetry or limited abduction.

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