DOI: https://doi.org/10.22263/2312-4156.2025.1.123
A.V. Simchenko1, E.G. Asiryan2
Comprehensive model of outpatient medical care optimization for premature infants
1Republican Scientific and Practical Center «Mother and Child», Minsk, Republic of Belarus
2Vitebsk State Order of Peoples’ Friendship Medical University, Vitebsk, Republic of Belarus
Vestnik VGMU. 2025;24(1):123-129.
Abstract.
Prematurity is one of the main causes of perinatal and infant morbidity associated with high risks of disability. The article analyzes existing global models of follow-up observation of premature infants and describes the Belarusian model of interdisciplinary care, which includes medical, social and educational aspects aimed at improving the quality of outpatient observation of premature infants. The implementation and development of the presented model based on the integration of the follow-up observation stages, early intervention programs and family-oriented approach technologies will provide comprehensive support for a child and his family at all stages of development.
Keywords: premature infants, follow-up observation, follow-up system, inclusion, early intervention, family-oriented approach in health care.
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Submitted 10.01.2025
Accepted 11.02.2025
Information about authors:
A.V. Simchenko – Candidate of Medical Sciences, associate professor, head of the Monitoring Information and Methodological Department of Child Health, Republican Scientific and Practical Center «Mother and Child»,
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E.G. Asiryan – Doctor of Medical Sciences, associate professor, Vice-rector for Research, professor of the Chair of Pediatrics No. 1, Vitebsk State Order of Peoples’ Friendship Medical University.
