How is patient-centred care conceptualized in obstetrical health? comparison of themes from concept analyses in obstetrical health- and patient-centred care.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Due to gender inequities that exist for women of childbearing age, there exists a need to deliver care tailored to their needs and preferences. Patient-centred care (PCC) can be used to meet these needs. This review aims to compare patient care delivery between PCC and obstetrical care. This can help us address how PCC should be delivered to women before, during and after pregnancy versus how it is delivered to patients regardless of sex.

Methods

A review of literature was conducted on MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL and SCOPUS for English PCC and high-quality perinatal reviews published between 2010 and 2021. The data were analysed using a modified Walker and Avant framework.

Results

A total of 2138 unique studies were identified, with 11 PCC and 9 high-quality ob

SUBMITTER: Dong K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9122412 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature