ArticleBMC primary care2025
Challenges faced by healthcare providers in implementing preconception care for women with diabetes in public health clinics in Malaysia - A qualitative study.
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backgroundIn Malaysia, diabetes in pregnancy poses a significant challenge. If uncontrolled, it leads to unfavourable maternal and foetal outcomes. Preconception care offers healthcare providers and women with diabetes an opportunity to minimise risk factors before pregnancy. However, the utilisation of this service in the public health clinics remains limited. This study aimed to explore the challenges experienced by healthcare providers in implementing preconception care for women with diabetes.
methodsThis was a qualitative study that employed a single case study approach. Participants were purposely recruited for focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. An interview guide, developed based on the Theoretical Domain Framework, was used. All interviews were conducted at four public health clinics in a state with a high prevalence of diabetes in Malaysia. Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. The transcripts were then analysed through thematic analysis, using a reflexive approach with an inductive strategy. Ethical approval was obtained from the Medical Research Ethics Committee, Ministry of Health Malaysia.
resultsFifty-three healthcare providers involved in preconception care were interviewed. Three major themes affecting the provision and delivery of preconception care for women with diabetes were identified: (1) Systemic and organisational barriers which create foundational barriers, (2) Healthcare provider factors which affect frontline implementation, and (3) Patient-related factors which influence the engagement of women with diabetes in utilising preconception care. This study identifies gaps within healthcare systems and providers, as well as factors influencing women with diabetes that need to be addressed for effective implementation of preconception care.
conclusionThis study offers insights into the challenges of implementing preconception care effectively. Within the healthcare system, instead of segregating management within similar healthcare facilities, consolidating resources could address manpower and infrastructure challenges. Providing comprehensive training for healthcare providers is crucial to improve care quality and health literacy among women with diabetes. Successful implementation relies on effective engagement between healthcare providers and the women. In this way, preconception care can be recognised as an essential component of the diabetes management pathway within the healthcare system in the country.
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