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[Family-centered obstetrics in Hungary]
1Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén Megyei Kórház, Miskolc, Szülészeti és Nögyógyászati Osztály.
Orvosi Hetilap
|June 1, 1999
Summary
This study surveyed Hungarian maternity departments on family-centered care. Findings show high adoption rates for delivery preparation, partner attendance, and early mother-baby contact, indicating a strong move towards family-centered obstetrics.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Public Health
- Sociology of Health
Context:
- Growing societal demand for family-centered maternity care in Hungary.
- Need to assess current practices in obstetrics departments.
- Focus on key aspects of family-centered care: preparation, partner involvement, early contact, and rooming-in.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the extent of family-centered obstetrics in Hungarian hospitals.
- To determine how well obstetrics departments meet societal demands for this care model.
- To provide a benchmark for current family-centered practices.
Summary:
- A survey of 87 Hungarian maternity departments (81.3% of national institutions) was conducted.
- Results indicate high implementation rates: 96.6% offer prenatal classes, 98.8% allow partners at delivery, 97.7% facilitate early mother-baby contact, and 95.6% provide rooming-in.
- Data offers a comprehensive overview of family-centered obstetrics in the country.
Impact:
- Provides a clear picture of the current state of family-centered obstetrics in Hungary.
- Offers insights for healthcare providers to re-evaluate and improve their practices.
- Aims to facilitate wider access to family-centered maternity care for all mothers and families.