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ArticleJournal of Korean Academy of Nursing2024

[Experiences of Unmarried Women Undergoing Planned Oocyte Cryopreservation].

Miok Kim, Mingyoung Kim

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Miok KimCollege of Nursing, Dankook University, Cheonan, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7976-0245
Mingyoung KimDepartment of Nursing, Graduate School, Dankook University, Cheonan, Korea. alsrud729@naver.com.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0000-5349-5594

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Abstract

purposeThe present study investigated the experiences of unmarried women undergoing planned oocyte cryopreservation (OC).

methodsData were collected from August 2022 to February 2023 through individual in-depth interviews with thirteen unmarried women undergoing planned OC. Data were analyzed using Colazzi's phenomenological method.

resultsThe findings revealed four distinct clusters. The first cluster, "Safeguards against Future Uncertainty," examined experiences associated with uncertainties in several aspects of reproductive health threats and decision-making regarding planned OC. The second cluster, "Indescribable Pain and Chaos," explored the psychological and physical pain, complications, concerns about repeat procedures, and uncertainties about the use of frozen oocytes experienced during the planned OC process and afterward. The third cluster, "Motivation to Rebuild Resilience," explored participants' resilience in overcoming difficulties and shocks during the planned OC process and regaining their inner strength through the support of family and friends. The fourth cluster, "Finally Freeing the Mind," focused on the sense of liberation from the pressure of marriage and childbirth, which enabled participants to engage in their present self and concentrate on self-stability and growth in preparation for the future.

conclusionThe present study enhances our understanding of the emotional difficulties and distress experienced by women considering OC, thereby assisting in improving approaches for psychological support and clinical management. Furthermore, providing insights into these first-hand experiences to women considering planned OC, healthcare professionals, and policymakers could help establish systems to support the decision-making process.

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CryopreservationInterviews as TopicOocytesAdultDecision MakingFemaleFertility PreservationHumansMotivationSingle PersonFertility PreservationInfertilityOvarian ReserveQualitative Research

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