Recurrent Miscarriage and Infertility Services and Supports: A Qualitative Study of Views and Experiences in the Republic of Ireland.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Recurrent miscarriage (RM) and infertility are separately associated with psychological distress and adverse pregnancy outcomes. The dual experience is devastating for women/couples but is not considered in clinical guidance for RM or fertility care.

Objective

The aim of this study is to explore healthcare professional (HCP) views on the provision of care to women and couples with RM and infertility in the ROI, as well as the experiences of women who use these services.

Setting and participants

We recruited HCPs working in RM and fertility services and women with lived experience of two or more miscarriages who had undergone fertility care. Purposive sampling was used to include perspectives from multiple disciplines, lived experiences and geographical loca

SUBMITTER: Linehan LA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12362763 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature