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Experiences of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Through the Perspective of United Arab Emirates Women: A Qualitative Study Publisher



Ibrahim FM1 ; Al Awar SAAR2 ; Nayeri ND3 ; Aljefout M4, 5 ; Ranjbar F6 ; Moghadam ZB7
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  1. 1. Reproductive Health Department, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, International Campus (TUMS-IC), Tehran, Iran
  2. 2. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, College of Medicine and Health Science, UAE University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
  3. 3. School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  4. 4. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, CM and HS, UAEU, Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates
  5. 5. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mutah Medical Faculty, Mutah University, Mutah, Jordan
  6. 6. Nursing Care Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  7. 7. Reproductive Health Department, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Source: International Journal of Women's Health and Reproduction Sciences Published:2019


Abstract

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the perception and experience of recurrent pregnancy loss through the perspective of women in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Materials and Methods: This qualitative study was conducted in 2017 and 12 women with recurrent miscarriage were interviewed, using purposive sampling method, in the Medical and Health Clinic of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology under the supervision of the UAE Medical University. Transcribed interviews were analyzed using conventional content analysis. Results: Data analysis led to the extraction of three main themes, including endless pregnancy, thirst for support and affirmation, and religious beliefs. Conclusions: Overall, the experience of recurrent miscarriage means endless pregnancy from Arab women’s perspective, which awakened a thirst for support and affirmation. In this regard, the utilization of religious beliefs greatly reduced their pain. Therefore, knowing the dangers and consequences of recurrent miscarriages in Arab women, adopting preventative measures, and improving the quality of care in these vulnerable women require special attention. © 2019 The Author (s).
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