Abstract
We have reviewed the outcome for low birth weight infants in a designated Level 2 hospital. In New York City, hospitals are classified as Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3; the latter being the large tertiary center. St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, Roosevelt Division is a Level 2 institution modified by components of Level 3 expertise. The data presented spans 10 years comparing results before (Level 2) and after (Level 2+) upgrading of services. The survival of very low birth weight infants improved as a result of the change and is comparable to the tertiary center. The factors are discussed. It is concluded that an institution can decide on the lowest gestational age and/or birth weight to be managed within its perinatal service.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 27-32 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics |
| Volume | 21 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Feb 1983 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Low birth weight infants
- Neonatal intensive care unit
- Perinatal network designations
- Premature deliveries: changing attitudes
- Premature deliveries: route of delivery
- Survival rate for premature infants
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Obstetrics and Gynecology