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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Anesthesiology
  • Medical Decision-Making
  • Qualitative Research

Background:

  • Spinal anesthesia is a safe alternative to general anesthesia for infant surgeries below the umbilicus.
  • Parental decision-making for infant spinal anesthesia versus general anesthesia is complex and not well understood.
  • Understanding parental perceptions is crucial for informed consent and shared decision-making.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore and understand the parental decision-making process for infant spinal anesthesia.
  • To identify key factors influencing parents' choices between spinal and general anesthesia for their children.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study using semi-structured interviews with parents of infants undergoing urologic procedures.
  • Interviews conducted pre-operatively to capture contemporaneous decision-making without outcome bias.
  • Grounded theory analysis of narrative data; health literacy assessed using the BRIEF tool.

Main Results:

  • Key themes influencing decisions included information processing timelines, cooperative decision-making, maternal experiences, perceived invasiveness, and procedural risks (neurotoxicity, respiratory, spinal damage).
  • Parental decision-making involves co-parenting and reliance on healthcare provider support.
  • Health literacy varied, with 23 participants having adequate and seven marginal literacy.

Conclusions:

  • Parental decisions regarding infant spinal anesthesia are multifaceted.
  • Providing clear educational materials, adequate time for processing information, and supportive guidance from anesthesia providers are essential for informed parental choices.
  • Addressing parental concerns about invasiveness and safety is paramount.