Factors related to indecisive attitudes toward non-invasive prenatal testing among women of reproductive age in Japan
Factors related to indecisive attitudes toward non-invasive prenatal testing among women of reproductive age in Japan
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日本育龄妇女对无创产前检测犹豫不决态度的相关因素
DOI:
10.1111/jog.15513
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发表时间:
2023
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通讯作者:
Hideaki Sawai
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作者:
Chihiro Katada;Kazutomo Ohashi;Kimie Okada;Hideaki Sawai
AimThis study aimed to investigate the factors related to indecisive attitudes toward noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT) among nonpregnant women of reproductive age.MethodsWe conducted an online survey involving nonpregnant Japanese women aged 20–49 years. The questionnaires consisted of a hypothetical question about whether they would decide to undergo NIPT if they were to become pregnant, and responses with “unsure” were defined as indecisive attitudes.ResultsOf 1250 participants, 412 (33%) held indecisive attitudes on whether to undergo NIPT. Multivariable logistic regression analysis demonstrated indecisive attitudes were related to a low level of knowledge about prenatal testing (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] 3.89) and preferences for family‐driven decisions (AOR 1.44) instead of provider‐driven.ConclusionEven though the NIPT is widespread, many nonpregnant women of reproductive age are unable to decide whether to undergo the NIPT or not. Hence, indecisive women toward NIPT require adequate information and communication about future NIPT among their families prior to conception. Therefore, preconception support of providing adequate information about testing and facilitating communication regarding future NIPT among women and their family members may help indecisive women make autonomous decisions on NIPT.