Perspectives of Young Men With Spina Bifida on Fertility Potential and Future Parenthood.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To explore the perspectives of young adult males with spina bifida (SB) on their fertility potential and parenthood.

Methods

Semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted between 2/2021 and 5/2021 with men ≥18 years of age with SB on perspectives on fertility potential and parenthood. Demographic and clinical characteristics were obtained from a survey and chart review. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and assessed through conventional content analysis framework.

Results

Of 30 eligible individuals approached, 20 agreed to participate. Median age was 22.5 years (range 18-29), and 80% had myelomeningocele. Most reported not being in a relationship (14/20, 70%), not being currently sexually active (13/20, 65%), and no participant reported a history

SUBMITTER: Rague JT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11725449 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature