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Assisted reproductive technology (ART) patient information-seeking behavior: a qualitative study
Emma Mayette1, Ariel Scalise2, Angela Li3
1Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit Street, Yawkey 10, Boston, MA, 02114, USA. emayette@mgh.harvard.edu.
BMC Women'S Health
|June 14, 2024
Summary
Patients undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART) often seek external information to supplement clinic resources, particularly for costs and mental health support. Clinics should enhance patient education on these critical aspects of fertility care.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Medicine
- Patient Education
- Healthcare Information Access
Background:
- 13% of US women of reproductive age seek infertility services.
- Assisted reproductive technology (ART) is a common treatment for infertility.
- Patients often have knowledge gaps regarding ART treatments and care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate how patients access and utilize information sources during ART care.
- To identify patient knowledge gaps concerning fertility treatments.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study using semi-structured, in-depth interviews.
- 15 female participants who underwent ART (including embryo transfer) were interviewed.
- Data analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis.
Main Results:
- Patients first used clinic-provided information, then sought external sources (academic, internet, social media) to fill knowledge gaps.
- Significant knowledge gaps were identified regarding costs, insurance coverage, and mental health support.
- Participants expressed a preference for clinic-provided resources but found them insufficient for all needs.
Conclusions:
- ART clinics should improve the provision of information on financial aspects and mental health resources.
- Addressing these knowledge gaps can enhance the patient experience and support during fertility treatments.
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