Combined First-Trimester Screening in Northern Finland: Experiences of the First Ten Years

• Main Authors: Merilainen Anna (Author), Peuhkurinen Sini (Author), Honkasalo Timppa (Author), Laitinen Paivi (Author), Kokkonen Hannaleena (Author), Ryynanen Markku (Author), Marttala Jaana (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: SAGE Publishing, 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Objective To evaluate the efficacy of first trimester combined screening for Down's syndrome in Northern Finland during the first 10 years of practice. Methods During 1 January 2002 to 31 December 2011, 47,896 women participated voluntarily in combined screening during first trimester. The risk...