Exploring biopsychosocial correlates of pregnancy risk and pregnancy intention in women with chronic kidney disease.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Women with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) are at increased risk of adverse pregnancy and renal outcomes. It is unknown how women with CKD understand their pregnancy risk. This nine-centre, cross-sectional study aimed to explore how women with CKD perceive their pregnancy risk and its impact on pregnancy intention, and identify associations between biopsychosocial factors and perception of pregnancy risk and intention.

Methods

Women with CKD in the UK completed an online survey measuring their pregnancy preferences; perceived CKD severity; perception of pregnancy risk; pregnancy intention; distress; social support; illness perceptions and quality of life. Clinical data were extracted from local databases. Multivariable regression analyses were performed. Trial regi

SUBMITTER: Ralston ER 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10041500 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature