Differential transport patterns by race and ethnicity in very low birth weight infants

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Objective To determine how the likelihood of acute transfer for very low birth weight (VLBW) infants differs by race and ethnicity. Study design This retrospective cohort study used data for VLBW, preterm ( < 37 weeks) infants p = 0.01) after risk adjustment. Hospital-level factors (e.g. NICU level) were most significantly associated with transfer likelihood. Conclusion The likelihood of acute transfer for VLBW infants differs by race and ethnicity, which may reflect underlying inequities and implicit biases in the system of care.
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  • Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (K08HS025749)
  • Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (R01HD108794)
  • Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (R01HD094847)

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