Patient centered care for placenta accreta spectrum: Exploring implementation of recommendations based on reported patient and healthcare provider experiences.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Previously, we made recommendations for "family-centered care" for patients with placenta accreta spectrum (PAS). This study explored patients' experience of their care and how often these recommendations are utilized. Furthermore, we explored whether these recommendations are valued by healthcare providers and identify barriers to implementation.

Methods

This study consists of two surveys; one for patients with a history of PAS and a second survey for healthcare providers involved in PAS care. Surveys were circulated over an 8-week period between September and October 2024. Four overarching recommendations were investigated as follows; preparation for birth, supportive care, education of healthcare providers and postpartum care. Quantitative and qualitative data w

SUBMITTER: Bartels HC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12724030 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature