Auditory potential studies in high-risk babies are primarily conducted at the Metropolitan Hospital Complex and the High Complexity Pediatric Hospital in the Health City. The Ministry of Health (Minsa) announced that CSS, the Social Security Fund, has lifted the backlog on these tests.
As explained by Dr. María Martínez, director of CSS, this measure will allow for faster and more effective studies in newborns who present any risk factor regarding their hearing. Early detection of potential hearing problems in babies is crucial to ensure timely treatment and prevent complications in their development.
"With the lifting of the backlog on auditory potential tests, we will be able to identify any alterations in the hearing of high-risk babies in time, which will allow us to provide the necessary attention immediately," stated Dr. Martínez.
These tests are part of the routine medical check-ups performed on newborns in Panama, aimed at safeguarding their health and well-being from the first days of life. CSS's initiative to expedite these studies will benefit numerous families and help improve the quality of pediatric care in the country.
In summary, lifting the backlog on auditory potential tests in high-risk babies will facilitate the early detection of possible hearing issues, allowing for timely and effective attention.
