Network analysis: a novel method for mapping neonatal acute transport patterns in California.

Authors:

S.N. Kunz; J.A.F. Zupancic; J. Rigdon; C.S. Phibbs; H.C. Lee; J.B. Gould; J. Leskovec; J. Profit

Abstract:

OBJECTIVE: The objectives of this study are to use network analysis to describe the pattern of neonatal transfers in California, to compare empirical sub-networks with established referral regions and to determine factors associated with transport outside the originating sub-network.

STUDY DESIGN: This cross-sectional database study included 6546 infants

Citation:

Kunz SN, Zupancic JAF, Rigdon J, et al. "Network analysis: a novel method for mapping neonatal acute transport patterns in California." J Perinatol. 2017;37(6):702-708.PubMed

Publication type:

Journal Article

Year:

2017

CPQCC publication:

Yes

CPQCC publications category:

Assessment of quality of care and practice patterns

PubMed ID:

28333155

PMCID:

PMC5446293