Publications by authors named "Caitriona Gilleece McEvoy"
Article Synopsis
- Neonatal transport is crucial for specialized care, with a study analyzing over a year of data from a Swiss network to assess transport needs and staff requirements.
- Out of 565 admissions, 176 (31.2%) patients were transferred emergencies to a higher-level neonatology unit, primarily due to respiratory issues in 71.6% of cases.
- The study found that while transport activity peaks during weekdays and certain hours, there is a constant need for a 24/7 transport team, pointing to key areas for improvement in the system's functionality and infrastructure.