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Written narratives from immigrants following a prenatal diagnosis: qualitative exploratory study.

Tommy CarlssonBanaz BalbasElisabet Mattsson
Published in: BMC pregnancy and childbirth (2019)
Immigrant women described an unexpected personal tragedy when faced with a prenatal diagnosis of foetal anomaly, and emphasised the importance of respectful and empathic psychological support. Their experiences of insufficient and incomprehensible information call attention to the importance of tailored approaches and the use of adequate medical interpreting services. There is a need for more descriptive studies that investigate decision-making and preparedness for induced abortion among immigrants faced with a prenatal diagnosis.
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