Abstract
Neonates ≤1250g often require multidisciplinary follow-up care, particularly in the first year post-discharge; hence, compliance with keeping clinic appointments (appts) is essential. To assess compliance, we evaluated the number of appts kept and immunization status of 144 neonates discharged from NICU and followed in our high-risk clinic (Jan., 92 to Dec., 93). Complete immunization was defined as 3 DPT, 2 OPV, 3 HIB, and 3 HBV ≤1 year post-discharge. Mean BW of the infants was 978±199g; 85% were African American, 9% Hispanic; 21% of mothers were teenagers; 30% were substance abusers (SA); 35% SA had guardian other than mother. Overall compliance, and that of SA patients, compared with No SA, is summarized: § mean±S.D. *p<0.05 Table
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