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ArticleIrish journal of medical science2019

An audit of healthcare professionals' knowledge regarding perinatal autopsy.

Sarah Cullen, Eoghan Mooney, Brenda Casey, Paul Downey

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Sarah CullenThe National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland. scullen@nmh.ie.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8653-2160
Eoghan MooneyThe National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland.
Brenda CaseyThe National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland.
Paul DowneyThe National Maternity Hospital, Holles Street, Dublin 2, Ireland.

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Abstract

backgroundPerinatal autopsy is one the most valuable investigations to ascertain the cause of death (Nijkamp et al., Seminars in Fetal & Neonatal Medicine. 22:167-175, 2017; Korteweg et al., AJOG 53, e1-12, 2012; Late Interuterine Death and Stillbirth' RCOG Green-top Guideline No.55, 2015). Discussions about perinatal autopsy can be difficult for parents and healthcare professionals. Perinatal staff need a good level of knowledge and understanding regarding perinatal autopsy in order to discuss the procedure with parents. This study aims to investigate healthcare professionals' knowledge regarding perinatal autopsy.

methodsAn audit conducted in a large teaching hospital using a questionnaire was developed and distributed to healthcare professionals in the hospital.

resultsSeventy healthcare professionals participated in the audit. Of those surveyed, 64% (n = 45) have discussed perinatal autopsy with a mother and the majority of healthcare professionals (67%) found this difficult. Self-reported levels of understanding were found to be low with just 10% reporting 'excellent understanding'.

conclusionsThe results of this audit highlight the need for further education among all healthcare professionals working with bereaved families.

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AutopsyFemaleHealth PersonnelHumansInfant, NewbornKnowledgeMaleMedical AuditPerinatal DeathStillbirthAutopsyPerinatal deathPost-mortemStillbirth

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