ArticleSouth African journal of obstetrics and gynaecology (1999)2017
Bereaved mothers' attitudes regarding autopsy of their stillborn baby.
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- Are we Prepared? Genetic Counseling for Stillbirth in the Sequencing Era.Journal of genetic counseling · 2026Article
- Attitudes and perspectives of autopsy after a stillbirth: a qualitative study of mothers in Ghana.Frontiers in global women's health · 2026Article
- Advancing neonatal autopsy by strengthening physician belief and fostering effective family communication.Pediatric research · 2025Review
- Factors Contributing to Uptake of Stillbirth Evaluations: A Qualitative Analysis.BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology · 2025Article
- Creating a postmortem examination decision aid: Suggestions from bereaved parents of a stillborn.Patient education and counseling · 2023Article
- Knowledge and attitudes toward complete diagnostic autopsy and minimally invasive autopsy: A cross-sectional survey in Hanoi, Vietnam.PLOS global public health · 2023Article
- 'Moving towards understanding', acceptability of investigations following stillbirth in sub-Saharan Africa: A grounded theory study.BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology · 2023Article
- The key role of examining the placenta in establishing a probable cause for stillbirth.Placenta · 2022Article
- Understanding the complexities of unexplained stillbirth in sub-Saharan Africa: a mixed-methods study.BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology · 2021Article
- Autopsy in a neonatal intensive care unit: do we still need it in 2022?Jornal de pediatriaArticle
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Abstract
backgroundHere we present additional information from the Safe Passage Study, where the effect of alcohol exposure during pregnancy on sudden infant death syndrome and stillbirth was investigated.
objectiveTo explore bereaved mothers' attitudes toward obtaining an autopsy on their stillborn baby, and the future implications of consenting or non-consenting to autopsy in retrospect.
methodsDemographic data was obtained by a questionnaire. A largely qualitative mixed-methods approach was used to meet the aims of the study, using an exploratory and descriptive research design to provide a detailed description of maternal attitudes. A semi-structured questionnaire based on information from literature and reflections on practice was administered during individual interviews.
resultsWe interviewed 25 women who had had a recent stillbirth. The time interval between the time of consenting to autopsy and completing this study ranged from 6 to 18 months. Most participants reported that autopsy results provided peace of mind and helped alleviate their feelings of blame. Participants who were unable to comprehend the results reported negative reactions to receiving autopsy results. The majority of participants were of the opinion that they benefited from consenting to autopsy.
conclusionAutopsy and the disclosure of its results generally contribute positively to coping following stillbirth.
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