Patients' and providers' perspectives on non-urgent egg freezing decision-making: a thematic analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The decision to undergo non-urgent egg freezing (EF) is complex for patients and providers supporting them. Though prior studies have explored patient perspectives, no study has also included the separate perspectives of providers.

Methods

This qualitative study involved semi-structured individual interviews exploring the decision to undergo EF. Participants included patients considering EF at one academic fertility clinic and providers who counsel patients about EF from across Canada. Data analysis was accomplished using thematic analysis. Data saturation was met after interviewing 13 providers and 12 patients.

Findings

Four themes were identified and explored, illuminating ways in which patients and providers navigate decision-making around EF: (1) patien

SUBMITTER: Drost L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9906951 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature