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  • Doppler

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    These guidelines were published in 2019 and are awaiting review, due 2022. Some content may be outdated. Doppler assessment should follow the national guidelines recommended in the   SGA (PDF, 2.9 MB)  and   Obstetric Doppler guidelines (PDF, 3.7 MB)  (NZMFMN 2014a and 2014b respectively).   Routine fetal Doppler is not indicated in a normal, low-risk pregnancy.   For more detail, see   Doppler in Obstetrics (PDF, 16.2 MB)  (Nicolaides et al 2002). Indications for Doppler   Suspected fetal growth restriction / compromise / hypoxia Umbilica ...

  • NRTS papers and reports

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    ... change to increase the rate of kidney transplantation for their patients. National Renal Transplant Service Continuous Improvement Resource (2018) (Word, 2.6 MB) [DOCX, 2.6 MB] National Renal Transplant Service Continuous Improvement Resource (2018) (PDF, 1.3 MB) [PDF, 1.3 MB] Guidelines for the Evaluation of Living Kidney Donors in NZ The purpose of this guideline is to define the appropriate information and/or investigations that should be completed for evaluation of living kidney donors. Guidelines for the Evaluation of Living Kidney Donors in NZ (Word, 382 KB) [DOCX, 382 K ...

  • Appendix 3: Ectopic pregnancy location

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    Tubal ectopic   Most common Adnexal mass ± gestational sac May demonstrate peripheral vascularity Ectopic angle is the most common site (between the uterus and ovary).   Non-tubal ectopic pregnancy   Interstitial/cornual ectopic: mass or gestational sac in the cornual region of the uterus, outside the endometrial cavity Scar ectopic: mass or gestational sac related to the caesarean section scar Cervical ectopic: mass or gestational sac within the endocervical canal Ovarian ectopic: mass or gestational sac within the ovary. This is a rare condition (less than 1 percent of ectopi

  • National breast cancer audit reports

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    ... treatment Margins of excision for breast surgery Radiotherapy treatment Hormonal treatment Chemotherapy treatment Trastuzumab treatment. In each case, the data compares patients referred from BreastScreen Aotearoa to those referred from other sources. In the treatment sections any relevant guidelines and/or BQA Key Performance Indicators are noted, showing the percentage of cases which follow the guidelines and KPIs. Background information, tumour characteristics and breast cancer treatments that are significantly different between referral sources are highlighted in the summary section.&n ...

  • Appendix 1: Ultrasound scan codes and indications

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    Current codes for claiming for ultrasound scans through the New Zealand Public Health and Disability Act 2000 Primary Maternity Services Notice 2007. Code Clinical indication Comment TA Threatened abortion Scan at time of bleeding. Serial scans may be necessary if bleeding persists. EP Suspected ectopic pregnancy For example, previous tubal surgery, PID or ectopic. Suggestive symptoms (for example, abdominal pain). PM Pelvic mass in pregnancy Any palpable abnormality in early pregnancy. UD Uterus not equal to dates If discrepancy >4 weeks, or discrepancy in amniotic fluid. BA Before booking

  • 2016/17 guideline update: questions and answers

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    ... at high relative risk but may have a reduced risk score. Those at low absolute risk will likely remain at low risk. While current equations may have been overestimating risk for some, the recommended treatment thresholds have also been higher than all other international quality assured guidelines.   Will the whole population need to be reassessed? Current risk assessments are still valid since those at high risk are likely to remain at high risk and current recommended treatment thresholds are also relatively conservative. The combination of our overestimation of risk and higher treat ...

  • Appendix 7: Fetal renal tract dilation charts

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    Management of fetal renal tract dilation - antenatal Management of fetal renal tract dilation - postnatal Source: National Antenatally Detected Asymptomatic Renal Dilation Consensus Group 2017. To view at source, see the  National antenatal renal dilation guidelines  on the Starship website.

  • Carer Support Subsidy

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    ... worker to look after your loved one. You can also use your Carer Support to fund purchases which allow you to take a break. What you can claim for There is often some confusion around what you can claim for, but here's some guidance on that. Carer Support funding is governed by purchasing guidelines. Understanding these guidelines will help you make the most out of your Carer Support funding and minimise frustrations when making a claim. Health NZ Carer Support Subsidy Purchasing Guidelines [PDF, 206 KB] Flexibility and person-led choice is key to Carer Support, so when making a claim or ...

  • International aviation agencies

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    ... posing a public health threat. It also contains provisions for: disinfestation and disinfection of aircraft quarantine and health service facilities at airports vaccination pilots notifying suspected communicable diseases to the authorities assistance with contact tracing efforts. ICAO guidelines to manage communicable disease risks ICAO guidelines to manage communicable disease risks The ICAO has developed Guidelines for States to assist with planning for diseases that could cause a public health emergency. The guidelines were written in association with the World Health Organization, ...

  • Sector operations resources

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    Claiming specifications DID NASC Load Specification Version 1.0 [PDF, 63 KB] DID Electronic Invoice Load Specification Version 1.0 [PDF, 47 KB] Guides and claiming guidelines Home Based Support Services Eligibility and Invoicing Processes [PDF, 93 KB]