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ArticleArchives of gynecology and obstetrics2025

Implementation of the new S2e guideline "first-trimester diagnostics and therapy @ 11-13 + 6 weeks of pregnancy": a survey in outpatient practices.

J Schipper, R Menkhaus, A Treier, V Dütemeyer, A L Biermann, P Hillemanns, C von Kaisenberg, L Brodowski

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Article in Archives of gynecology and obstetrics, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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J SchipperDr. Schmidt-Pich und Kollegen MVZ GmbH, Georgstraße 34, 30159, Hannover, Germany.
R MenkhausKinderwunschzentrum Minden, Simenonsplatz 17, 32423, Minden, Germany.
A TreierDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Straße 1, 30625, Hannover, Germany.
V DütemeyerDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Straße 1, 30625, Hannover, Germany.
A L BiermannDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Straße 1, 30625, Hannover, Germany.
P HillemannsDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Straße 1, 30625, Hannover, Germany.
C von KaisenbergDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Straße 1, 30625, Hannover, Germany.
L BrodowskiDepartment of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Straße 1, 30625, Hannover, Germany. Brodowski.lars@mh-hannover.de.

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purposeThe objective of this study was to ascertain the awareness of the guideline since its publication, its impact on outpatient approaches, implementation, and any alterations to daily practices.

methodsA questionnaire containing 36 items pertaining to first-trimester diagnostics and therapy was distributed to certificated gynecologists specializing in screening in Lower Saxony and East Westphalia. The questionnaire contained both multiple choice and open questions. The questions addressed information about the structure of the study population, the presentation of mandatory and optionally recommended settings for early structured fetal malformation diagnostics and echocardiography, the basic treatment regimens for first-trimester screening, and the utilization and management of non-invasive fetal test systems.

results92.1% of the 38 respondents were familiar with the guideline at the time of the survey. The mandatory recommended structures are consistently displayed by 92.1-100% of participants, the remaining optional settings are displayed ranging from 7.9 to 55.3%. The majority of participants consider the combination of biochemistry and ultrasound markers as an indication for invasive diagnostics. 71.1% offer a non-invasive prenatal test in parallel with the first-trimester screening, while 65.8% of participants offer screening for preeclampsia. It was indicated by the participants that the publication of the guideline tended to have an impact on the outpatient approach to first-trimester screening. On average, the participants have modified their practice in first-trimester screening since the guideline was published.

conclusionThe recommendations outlined in the guideline have achieved a high level of awareness among most outpatient specialists, thereby exerting a notable influence on the formulation of treatment algorithms. In the contemporary context of patient-centered medicine and rapidly evolving healthcare, guidelines have emerged as a pivotal instrument for the effective aggregation of information.

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Guideline AdherencePractice Guidelines as TopicPractice Patterns, Physicians'Pregnancy Trimester, FirstPrenatal DiagnosisAmbulatory CareFemaleGermanyGynecologyHumansPregnancySurveys and QuestionnairesUltrasonography, PrenatalFirst-trimester screeningGuideline implementationPrenatal diagnostics

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PMCPMC12374909

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