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Women's interdependence after hysterectomy: a qualitative study based on Roy adaptation model.
Fatemeh Goudarzi1,2, Talat Khadivzadeh3,4, Abbas Ebadi5,6
1Student Research Committee, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
BMC Women'S Health
|February 14, 2022
Summary
Women undergoing hysterectomy experience increased interdependence, seeking stronger support systems from family, healthcare providers, and colleagues. This highlights the need for pre-operative consultation to ensure adequate emotional care and facilitate adaptation.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Qualitative Research
- Health Psychology
Background:
- Hysterectomy significantly impacts women's lives, yet its effect on interdependence is under-researched.
- Understanding post-hysterectomy interdependence is crucial for comprehensive patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore and explain the phenomenon of women's interdependence following hysterectomy.
- To identify factors influencing interdependence in women post-hysterectomy.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative directed content analysis of semi-structured interviews with 30 women post-hysterectomy.
- Interviews guided by the Roy adaptation model's interdependence mode.
- Data analyzed using MAXQDA software and a deductive approach.
Main Results:
- A central theme of 'increasing interdependence' emerged from the analysis.
- This theme comprised categories of 'Evolution independence and interaction with important people' and 'Reinforced support system'.
- Six subcategories further detailed the evolving interdependence.
Conclusions:
- Women post-hysterectomy exhibit a heightened need for support from family, partners, healthcare providers, and colleagues.
- Consulting family members pre-hysterectomy is recommended to ensure emotional support and aid adaptation.
- Addressing interdependence needs can improve women's adjustment to life after hysterectomy.
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