Qualitative evidence synthesis of values and preferences to inform infant feeding in the context of non-HIV transmission risk.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Breastfeeding is recommended by many organisations, but feeding choices can take on complexity against a backdrop of a transmissible infection risk. The aim of this synthesis is to explore what is known about the values and preferences of pregnant women, mothers, family members and health practitioners, policy makers and providers (midwives) concerning feeding when there is a risk of Mother-to-Child transmission [MTCT] of an infectious disease (other than HIV/AIDS) to infants (0-2 years of age).

Methods

A qualitative evidence synthesis and GRADE CERQual assessment of relevant studies of values and preferences regarding infant feeding options in the context of non-HIV MTCT risk.

Results

The synthesis included eight qualitative studies. Four studies focussed

SUBMITTER: Carroll C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7707527 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature