Why are pregnant women in Togo reluctant to undergo caesarean section? A systematic inventory of motives DOI Creative Commons
Lonzozou Kpanake,

Clara Mullet-Muñoz,

Massima Pissa

et al.

Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 45(1)

Published: Nov. 1, 2024

This study explored the reasons underlying pregnant women's reluctance to undergo cesarean sections in Togo, despite its importance reducing maternal and neonatal mortality. A total of 397 women who expressed hesitancy toward were enrolled during routine prenatal care visits at country's largest hospital. They completed a questionnaire comprising 72 statements addressing potential for sections. Their responses analyzed using factor analysis, effects participants' demographic characteristics on scores each assessed ANOVA. seven-factor structure motives was found: Fear Death (endorsed by 92% sample); Regaining Autonomy Quickly (87%); Financial Concerns (74%); Stigmatization (73%); Unsupportive Reactions from Spouses Relatives (72%); Prevention Through Spiritual Interventions (70%); Perceived Health Risks Mother Baby (40%). Scores these factors related sociodemographic characteristics. Effectively low uptake section requires multifaceted approach rather than one focused single barrier. Our findings suggest critical points that could help develop tailored interventions address various obstacles this life-saving care.

Language: Английский

Preferences of support and barriers and facilitators to help-seeking in pregnant women with severe fear of childbirth in Sweden: a mixed-method study DOI Creative Commons
Carita Nordin-Remberger, Michael B. Wells, Joanne Woodford

et al.

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: May 25, 2024

There are few support interventions for women with fear of childbirth tailored towards type fears and parity. To inform the future development an acceptable relevant intervention severe childbirth, primary objectives were to examine: (1) pregnant women's experiences preferences (2) barriers facilitators help-seeking. Secondary examine if there any differences based on

Language: Английский

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Women deserve high-quality antenatal care. The quality and safety of telehealth must be evaluated in all obstetric settings DOI Creative Commons
Julie A. Quinlivan, Mijke P. Lambregtse‐van den Berg

Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 45(1)

Published: Dec. 2, 2024

Language: Английский

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Why are pregnant women in Togo reluctant to undergo caesarean section? A systematic inventory of motives DOI Creative Commons
Lonzozou Kpanake,

Clara Mullet-Muñoz,

Massima Pissa

et al.

Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 45(1)

Published: Nov. 1, 2024

This study explored the reasons underlying pregnant women's reluctance to undergo cesarean sections in Togo, despite its importance reducing maternal and neonatal mortality. A total of 397 women who expressed hesitancy toward were enrolled during routine prenatal care visits at country's largest hospital. They completed a questionnaire comprising 72 statements addressing potential for sections. Their responses analyzed using factor analysis, effects participants' demographic characteristics on scores each assessed ANOVA. seven-factor structure motives was found: Fear Death (endorsed by 92% sample); Regaining Autonomy Quickly (87%); Financial Concerns (74%); Stigmatization (73%); Unsupportive Reactions from Spouses Relatives (72%); Prevention Through Spiritual Interventions (70%); Perceived Health Risks Mother Baby (40%). Scores these factors related sociodemographic characteristics. Effectively low uptake section requires multifaceted approach rather than one focused single barrier. Our findings suggest critical points that could help develop tailored interventions address various obstacles this life-saving care.

Language: Английский

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0