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Varhaisvaroitus, also known as early warning system, is a method of identifying potential health risks in pregnant women in order to prevent adverse pregnancy outcomes. Developed in Finland in the 1980s, varhaisvaroitus uses a combination of medical and non-medical factors, such as age, reproductive history, and symptoms, to assess the risk of complications during pregnancy.

The varhaisvaroitus system involves two phases of assessment: the first phase, which occurs at the time of the first prenatal visit, identifies women at low, moderate, or high risk for complications, and the second phase, which takes place at 26-28 weeks of gestation, re-evaluates the risk level based on further assessment and testing.

The varhaisvaroitus system has been shown to be effective in reducing the risk of stillbirth, preterm birth, and other adverse pregnancy outcomes. Studies have also found that women identified as being at high risk using the varhaisvaroitus system are more likely to have better pregnancy outcomes when they receive targeted care and interventions.

While the varhaisvaroitus system has been widely adopted in Finland, its use has also been reported in other countries, including Sweden, Norway, and the United Kingdom. The system is seen as a valuable tool in the provision of tailored prenatal care, allowing for early identification and management of high-risk pregnancies. However, its effectiveness and cost-effectiveness in other healthcare settings are still being evaluated.