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An online In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) success calculator, using real-world data, effectively adjusted patient expectations. The tool helped users align their predictions with calculated success rates, with many finding it trustworthy and helpful.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Health Informatics
  • Patient Education

Background:

  • Web-based In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) prediction tools are available but lack evaluation regarding their impact on patient expectations and perceived trustworthiness.
  • Patient demand for transparency and participation in healthcare decisions is increasing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of a public online IVF success prediction calculator, the YourIVFSuccess Estimator, on patient expectations.
  • To assess patient perceptions of the tool's usefulness and trustworthiness.

Main Methods:

  • A pre-post evaluation design was employed, surveying 780 online users of the Australian YourIVFSuccess Estimator.
  • Participants completed online surveys before and after using the tool to assess changes in their IVF success expectations.

Main Results:

  • The YourIVFSuccess Estimator significantly aided consumer expectations, with half of users adjusting their predictions after use.
  • 26% of participants had their IVF success expectations confirmed, and 91% found the tool trustworthy.
  • Positive perceptions were linked to the tool's independent funding and use of real-world data.

Conclusions:

  • Publicly accessible IVF prediction tools utilizing real-world data are valuable for aligning patient expectations regarding IVF success rates.
  • Country-specific prediction tools informed by national data sources are recommended due to international variations in patient characteristics and IVF practices.