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Experience of miscarriage: an interpretative phenomenological analysis.
S Meaney1,2, P Corcoran1, N Spillane2
1National Perinatal Epidemiology Centre, University College Cork, Ireland.
BMJ Open
|March 29, 2017
Summary
This study explored men and women
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Qualitative Research
- Psychological Impact of Pregnancy Loss
Background:
- Miscarriage is a common yet often poorly understood pregnancy complication.
- Limited research exists on the distinct experiences of men and women following miscarriage.
- Understanding patient perspectives is crucial for improving bereavement care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the lived experiences of individuals who have undergone miscarriage.
- To capture both men's and women's accounts of miscarriage.
- To identify key themes influencing the miscarriage experience.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative phenomenological study.
- In-depth, semi-structured interviews with 16 participants (10 women, 6 men).
- Thematic analysis to identify superordinate themes.
Main Results:
- Six superordinate themes emerged: acknowledgement of loss, misperceptions, hospital environment and management, support and coping, reproductive history, and future pregnancy implications.
- Participants highlighted a need for increased awareness and validation of miscarriage as a significant loss.
- The experience significantly impacts both men and women, underscoring the need for tailored support.
Conclusions:
- Increased awareness and validation of miscarriage are essential.
- Thorough investigation of causes and continuity of care in subsequent pregnancies are priorities.
- Clinical practice should consider follow-up for women with risk factors beyond recurrent miscarriage.
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