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Anna M Frappaolo1, Beth Cronin, Rose A M Huynh
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School, Women and Infants Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island.
In 2022, ∼30% of adult women in the United States reported living with a disability, and yet, there has been a paucity of research performed for this population, particularly regarding perioperative/operative gynecologic care. In this review, we sought to compile existing research as well as extrapolate findings from other surgical fields. Our review is separated by physical and intellectual disabilities with contributions from Case Reports to Expert Opinion to Scoping Reviews. The most consistent evidence-based recommendation was the benefit of a multidisciplinary team. Otherwise, most recommendations were practical, without supporting data, highlighting the need for more studies.
In 2022, ∼30% of adult women in the United States reported living with a disability, and yet, there has been a paucity of research performed for this population, particularly regarding perioperative/operative gynecologic care. In this review, we sought to compile existing research as well as extrapolate findings from other surgical fields. Our review is separated by physical and intellectual disabilities with contributions from Case Reports to Expert Opinion to Scoping Reviews. The most consistent evidence-based recommendation was the benefit of a multidisciplinary team. Otherwise, most recommendations were practical, without supporting data, highlighting the need for more studies.
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