SynthesisBMC pregnancy and childbirth2022
Termination of pregnancy for fetal anomaly: a systematic review of the healthcare experiences and needs of parents.
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- Termination of pregnancy for fetal anomaly: a systematic review of the healthcare experiences and needs of parents.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2022Pooled it
- Support in the Shadows: Findings From a Qualitative Study Exploring Fathers' and Non-Birthing Partners' Perceptions and Experiences of Support During a Termination for Medical Reasons.Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy · 2026Article
- Acute symptoms of depression and traumatic stress in men and women who terminate pregnancy after the detection of fetal anomaly: A prospective observational study.BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology · 2026Observational
- Revisiting National Life Expectancy: The Effect of Including Prenatal Deaths in Canada.The Linacre quarterly · 2026Article
- Mental health care following stillbirth and termination of pregnancy: practice patterns and observed outcomes in a reproductive psychiatry center.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026Article
- Confidence and Care: Understanding Staff Needs in Supporting Families Through Pregnancy Loss in Gynaecological Settings.Nursing research and practice · 2026Article
- Anxiety Experiences and Support Needs of Women in Early Pregnancy Following Perinatal Loss: A Qualitative Phenomenological Study.International journal of women's health · 2026Article
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- Knowledge, practices, and emotional experiences of Italian midwives and healthcare professionals in termination of pregnancy for fetal anomaly: The RESPeC-ToP Study.European journal of midwifery · 2026Article
- Management, Outcome, Risk, and Expectation classification for structural fetal anomalies to aid antenatal counseling: a prospective validation study.Pediatric surgery international · 2025Article
- Diagnostic yield of trio exome sequencing as a first-tier test for identifying genetic causes of pregnancy loss.Journal of human genetics · 2025Article
- The Influence of the Introduction of Fetal Anomaly Scans on Pregnancy Terminations in Cases of Upper Limb Anomalies: A Retrospective Cohort Study From 2000 to 2023.Prenatal diagnosis · 2025Article
- The PreGen Research Program: Implementing Prenatal Genomic Testing in Australia-A Commentary.The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology · 2025Article
- Termination of pregnancy for fetal malformations and severe genetic disorders: what are the laws in Europe?European journal of human genetics : EJHG · 2025Article
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- Journey Mapping of Chinese Women Undergoing Termination Due to Fetal Abnormalities: A Thematic Content Analysis Based on Social Media Diaries.International journal of women's health · 2025Article
- Retrospective analysis of the indications, methods, and complications of pregnancy termination.Turkish journal of obstetrics and gynecology · 2024Article
- Perceived Impact of Healthcare Relationships and Interactions on Parental Experiences of Prenatal Diagnosis and Termination of Pregnancy for Foetal Anomaly on the Island of Ireland.Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy · 2024Article
- Prevalence of congenital anomalies and prenatal diagnosis by birth institution (public vs. non-public): indicators of inequality in access to elective termination of pregnancy for fetal anomalies.Journal of community genetics · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundImproved technology and advances in clinical testing have resulted in increased detection rates of congenital anomalies during pregnancy, resulting in more parents being confronted with the possibility of terminating a pregnancy for this reason. There is a large body of research on the psychological experience and impact of terminating a pregnancy for fetal anomaly. However, there remains a lack of evidence on the holistic healthcare experience of parents in this situation. To develop a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare experiences and needs of parents, this systematic review sought to summarise and appraise the literature on parents' experiences following a termination of pregnancy for fetal anomaly. REVIEW QUESTION: What are the healthcare experiences and needs of parents who undergo a termination of pregnancy following an antenatal diagnosis of a fetal anomaly?
methodsA systematic review was undertaken with searches completed across six multi-disciplinary electronic databases (Medline, Embase, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Web of Science, and Cochrane). Eligible articles were qualitative, quantitative or mixed methods studies, published between January 2010 and August 2021, reporting the results of primary data on the healthcare experiences or healthcare needs in relation to termination of pregnancy for fetal anomaly for either, or both parents. Findings were synthesised using Thematic Analysis.
resultsA total of 30 articles were selected for inclusion in this review of which 24 were qualitative, five quantitative and one mixed-methods. Five overarching themes emerged from the synthesis of findings: (1) Contextual impact on access to and perception of care, (2) Organisation of care, (3) Information to inform decision making, (4) Compassionate care, and (5) Partner experience.
conclusionCompassionate healthcare professionals who provide non-judgemental and sensitive care can impact positively on parents' satisfaction with the care they receive. A well organised and co-ordinated healthcare system is needed to provide an effective and high-quality service.
trial registrationPROSPERO registration number: CRD42020175970 .
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