What are the mechanisms of effect of group antenatal care? A systematic realist review and synthesis of the literature.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is growing interest in the benefits of group models of antenatal care. Although clinical reviews exist, there have been few reviews that focus on the mechanisms of effect of this model.

Methods

We conducted a realist review using a systematic approach incorporating all data types (including non-research and audiovisual media), with synthesis along Context-Intervention-Mechanism-Outcome (CIMO) configurations.

Results

A wide range of sources were identified, yielding 100 relevant sources in total (89 written and 11 audiovisual). Overall, there was no clear pattern of 'what works for whom, in what circumstances' although some studies have identified clinical benefits for those with more vulnerability or who are typically underserved by standard care. Fin

SUBMITTER: Mehay A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11446066 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature