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Complementary Interventions Using Technology for Individuals With Infertility Using Assisted Reproductive Technology:

Jiwon Lee¹, Jaejin Kang², Jo Woon Seok³

¹School of Nursing, Dongnam Health University, Suwon, South Korea.

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Summary

Digital health tools show promise for infertility support, improving knowledge and coping. However, effects on mental health and pregnancy rates remain mixed, requiring further research.

Keywords:

assisted reproductive technology complementary intervention digital health eHealth infertility

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Area of Science:

Reproductive Medicine
Digital Health
Psychological Support

Background:

Rising global infertility rates necessitate innovative support strategies.
Digital health technologies offer potential for personalized infertility care.
Gaps exist in understanding optimal digital intervention delivery, outcomes, and limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

To conduct a scoping review of technology-based complementary interventions for individuals undergoing assisted reproductive technology.
To evaluate the effectiveness and limitations of these digital interventions.

Main Methods:

Systematic search of seven databases (2000-2023) for English/Korean studies.
Inclusion of 16 studies featuring web programs, mobile apps, and online meetings.
Risk of bias assessment using Joanna Briggs Institute checklist and data synthesis via standardized template.

Main Results:

Positive impacts noted on knowledge, stress reduction, self-efficacy, coping, and dietary behaviors.
Inconsistent results observed for fertility-related stress, depression, and anxiety.
No significant improvements found in quality of life, health behaviors, or pregnancy rates.

Conclusions:

Digital interventions demonstrate potential as complementary support for infertility patients.
Further large-scale randomized controlled trials are needed to validate effectiveness.
Standardized assessment tools are required for improved implementation and evaluation of digital health interventions in infertility care.