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Banafshe E, Javadifar N, Abbaspoor Z, Karandish M, Ghanbari S. Factors Influencing Weight Management in Pregnant Women with Overweight or Obesity: A Meta-Synthesis of Qualitative Studies. J Acad Nutr Diet 2024; 124:964-994.e1. [PMID: 38648889 DOI: 10.1016/j.jand.2024.04.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2023] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND Overweight and obesity have multiple negative consequences for the health of both the mother and the child. Interventions to prevent excessive weight gain during pregnancy have had varying success, and the proportion of pregnant women who exceed national guidelines for weight gain continues to increase. OBJECTIVE To investigate the influence of factors on weight management among pregnant women with overweight or obesity. METHODS This meta-synthesis of qualitative studies involved searching databases PubMed, Embase, Cochrane, Scopus, and Web of Science. The databases were searched on October 4, 2022, and the search was updated on April 21, 2023. The screening of titles, abstracts, and full texts was conducted utilizing Covidence software. The quality assessment of the articles was performed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklist. The Enhancing Transparency in Reporting the Synthesis of Qualitative Research statement was used to enhance transparency in reporting. A meta-aggregation approach was used to guide the data extraction and synthesis. RESULTS A total of 46 studies with appropriate Critical Appraisal Skills Programme scores were included for qualitative synthesis. Findings were extracted and integrated into 4 themes: psychological factors (personally driven negative emotions and society-driven negative emotions), social factors (societal attitudes and beliefs and social support resources), factors related to education and counseling (information provision and communication), and factors associated with effective care (provided care components and the method of providing effective care). CONCLUSIONS To improve weight management during pregnancy, health care providers should provide tailored and individualized recommendations that take into consideration the factors influencing these women.
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- Elahe Banafshe
- Midwifery Department, Nursing & Midwifery School, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Health Promotion Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Department of Midwifery, Reproductive Health Promotion Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases Research Center, Clinical Sciences Research Institute, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, School of Health, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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Faria-Schützer DB, Borovac-Pinheiro A, Rodrigues L, Surita FG. Pregnancy and postpartum experiences of women undergoing hemodialysis: a qualitative study. J Bras Nefrol 2023; 45:180-191. [PMID: 36200883 PMCID: PMC10627136 DOI: 10.1590/2175-8239-jbn-2022-0001en] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2022] [Accepted: 07/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION There are particularities of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in women and their treatment. The biology of women exposes them to greater risk factors for CKD and both pregnancy and the postpartum period place an additional burden on renal health. Pregnancy complications may cause or worsen CKD. OBJECTIVE To explore the experiences of women with CKD undergoing hemodialysis in relation to their reproductive history. METHODS This study consisted of clinical-qualitative design with semi-structured individual interviews and open-ended questions. The sample selection was intentional and according to the theoretical saturation criterion. The data analysis was carried out based on the seven steps of the clinical-qualitative content analysis and validated by Nvivo11. This study was conducted in a public hemodialysis clinic of the Brazilian National Health System. RESULTS Twelve women undergoing hemodialysis were interviewed. The results from the analysis revealed three categories: 1) Association of pregnancy with CKD; 2) Nebulosity in relation to diagnosis and reproductive history 3) Being a woman undergoing hemodialysis. CONCLUSION Our study showed the importance of considering the specificities of CKD in women, suggesting that these issues are important for diagnosis and treatment adherence. Consideration of reproductive life history allows the health of women undergoing hemodialysis to be promoted holistically, including aspects of mental health.
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- Débora Bicudo Faria-Schützer
- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas,
Departamento de Tocoginecologia, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas,
Departamento de Tocoginecologia, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas,
Departamento de Tocoginecologia, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas,
Departamento de Tocoginecologia, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Borrelli CB, Morais SS, Barbieri MM, Leme T, Prado JFT, Surita FG. Prepregnancy overweight and obesity as risk factors for birth defects: a cross-sectional study over a 30-year period. J OBSTET GYNAECOL 2022; 42:2905-2911. [PMID: 36000806 DOI: 10.1080/01443615.2022.2112938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Overweight and obesity are public health problems worldwide despite being modifiable conditions. The association between birth defects and pregestational maternal body mass index is not entirely clear. We aimed to assess the prevalence and estimate the risk of birth defects related to pregestational body mass index and other maternal factors. We explored a 30-year time series database in a cross-section study. We analysed 40,217 cases, among them 2.8% had birth defects. Bivariate analysis showed a higher prevalence of birth defects with increased pre-pregnancy body mass index and in extremes of maternal age, white skin colour, and primiparity. Multivariable logistic regression showed a higher chance of birth defects in women with pre-pregnancy overweight/obesity (OR:1.19 [CI95%:1.01-1.41]), maternal age ≥ 40 years (OR:1.68 [CI95%:1.11-2.54]), and white skin colour (OR:1.44 [CI95%:1.19-1.75]). Maternal weight is a modifiable risk factor that must be considered and addressed in preconception counselling to minimise possible deleterious effects on embryogenesis.IMPACT STATEMENTWhat is already known on this subject? Previous studies have linked some maternal factors with birth defects. However, the association with prepregnancy maternal body mass index is not clear.What do the results of this study add? Our findings provide support for the association of prepregnancy maternal overweight and obesity with birth defects and highlight that BMI is a modified risk factor.What are the implications of these findings for clinical practice and/or further research? Maternal body mass index is a modifiable risk factor, highlighting the importance of preconception counselling for the prevention and possible reduction of factors that increase the risk of birth defects.
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- Carolina Bicudo Borrelli
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medical Science, University of Campinas, Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medical Science, University of Campinas, Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medical Science, University of Campinas, Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medical Science, University of Campinas, Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medical Science, University of Campinas, Campinas, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Faria-Schützer DB, Borovac-Pinheiro A, Rodrigues L, Surita FG. Experiências de gravidez e puerpério de mulheres em hemodiálise: um estudo qualitativo. J Bras Nefrol 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/2175-8239-jbn-2022-0001pt] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Resumo Introdução: Existem particularidades da doença renal crônica (DRC) em mulheres e seu tratamento. A biologia das mulheres as expõe a fatores de risco mais elevados para DRC e tanto a gravidez quanto o puerpério implicam um ônus adicional à saúde renal. Complicações na gestação podem causar ou piorar a DRC. Objetivo: Explorar as experiências de mulheres com DRC submetidas à hemodiálise em relação ao seu histórico reprodutivo. Métodos: Este estudo consistiu em desenho clínico-qualitativo com entrevistas individuais semiestruturadas e questões abertas. A seleção da amostra foi intencional e de acordo com o critério de saturação teórica. A análise de dados foi realizada com base nos sete passos da análise clínico-qualitativa de conteúdo e validada pelo Nvivo11. Este estudo foi realizado em uma clínica pública de hemodiálise do Sistema Único de Saúde brasileiro. Resultados: Foram entrevistadas 12 mulheres em hemodiálise. Os resultados da análise revelaram três categorias: 1) Associação da gravidez com DRC; 2) Nebulosidade em relação ao diagnóstico e à história reprodutiva; 3) Ser mulher e fazer hemodiálise. Conclusões: Nosso estudo mostrou a importância de considerar as especificidades da DRC em mulheres, sugerindo que estas questões são importantes para o diagnóstico e a adesão ao tratamento. A consideração do histórico de vida reprodutiva permite promover de forma holística a saúde das mulheres submetidas à hemodiálise, incluindo aspectos de saúde mental.
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The Sexual and Emotional Life Experiences Reported by Brazilian Men with Head and Neck Cancer at a Public University Hospital: A Qualitative Study. SEXUALITY AND DISABILITY 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11195-022-09732-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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AbstractThis study explored the sexual and emotional experiences of male patients with head and neck cancer. This study utilized a clinical-qualitative method. Twelve patients with head and neck cancer were recruited to participate in the research through in-depth semi-directed interviews with open-ended questions recorded. Data was collected at the radiotherapy of a Brazilian hospital. All patients demonstrated negative impacts on the dynamics of affective and sexual relationships caused by a serious disease. Data revealed that impacts mainly affect “The felt/lived body”, and “The affective-sexual body”. Requiring, then, an “Elaboration of the grief of the bodily and sexual changes”. Considering, evaluating and proposing care for a sexual and emotional aspects of patients with head and neck cancer is essential for the creation and implementation of comprehensive health measures, especially in terms of quality of life for patients.
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Rodrigues L, Alves VLP, Sim-Sim MMF, Surita FG. Qualitative data regarding the experiences of pregnant women with lupus in Brazil. Data Brief 2020; 33:106606. [PMID: 33318986 PMCID: PMC7725719 DOI: 10.1016/j.dib.2020.106606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Revised: 11/17/2020] [Accepted: 11/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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A qualitative design was performed as individual face-to-face interviews with each participant, following a semi-structured script based on open questions. Participants were interviewed at a specialized clinic, where, during prenatal care, women with stable systemic lupus erythematosus disease were received scheduled consultations. The sample was intentionally composed of women who attended a specialized high-risk clinic, from July 2017 to July 2018. Participants (N = 26) were interviewed in-depth, without refusal. A thematic analysis, according to the 7 steps of the qualitative analysis, was performed. Before conducting interviews, the researcher went through a period of environmental adaptation to the clinic, following a service observation script and maturing the open consultation script questions, to deepen the themes derived from these women's perceptions during the individual interview. Two authors analyzed the material, which was recorded as audio and transcribed in full; later, the material that was organized in the NVIVO 11 software was validated.
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Paulino DSM, Pinho-Pompeu M, Raikov F, Freitas-Jesus JV, Machado HC, Surita FG. The Role of Health-related Behaviors in Gestational Weight Gain among Women with Overweight and Obesity: A Cross-sectional Analysis. REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE GINECOLOGIA E OBSTETRÍCIA 2020; 42:316-324. [PMID: 32604434 PMCID: PMC10418118 DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1712132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2019] [Accepted: 04/02/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the influence of health-related behaviors including food intake, physical activity, sleep time, smoking habits, stress, depression, and optimism on excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) among women with overweight and obesity. METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted at the Women's Hospital of the Universidade de Campinas, Campinas, state of São Paulo, Brazil, with 386 mediate postpartum women that fit the inclusion criteria of ≥ 19 years old, first prenatal care visit at or before 14 weeks, and single live baby. Dietary habits, physical exercise practice, sleep duration, smoking and alcohol habits were self-reported. Psychosocial history was evaluated using the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS), Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), and Life Orientation Test-Revised (LOT-R). Sociodemographic, obstetric, anthropometric, and neonatal data were retrieved from medical records. Descriptive statistics and stepwise logistic regression were performed. RESULTS The prevalence of overweight and obesity was 29.27% and 24.61%, respectively, according to the body mass index (BMI). Excessive GWG was observed in 47.79% of women with overweight and in 45.26% of women with obesity. Excessive GWG among overweight and obese women was associated with inadequate vegetable and bean consumption (odds ratio [OR] = 2.95, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.35-6.46 and OR = 1.91; 95%CI: 1.01-3.63, respectively) and stress (OR = 1.63; 95%CI 1.01-2.64). After adjustment by maternal age, multiparity, sleep duration, smoking, and alcohol intake, we found that stress (PSS ≥ 20) was associated with excessive GWG in women with overweight or obesity (OR: 1.75; 95%CI: 1.03-2.96). CONCLUSION Among women with overweight and obesity, stress is the main variable associated with excessive GWG. Inadequate vegetables and beans consumption also showed association with excessive GWG.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Campinas, SP, Brazil
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Dadouch R, Hall C, Du Mont J, D'Souza R. Obesity in Pregnancy - Patient-Reported Outcomes in Qualitative Research: A Systematic Review. JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY CANADA 2020; 42:1001-1011. [PMID: 31987757 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogc.2019.09.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2019] [Revised: 09/10/2019] [Accepted: 09/11/2019] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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The purpose of this study was to determine the clinical and non-clinical outcomes that pregnant women with obesity value as pertaining to their health and that of their babies. In this systematic review of the qualitative literature, a search of four databases was conducted for studies using qualitative methods in pregnant women with obesity. From the included studies, the review synthesized relevant themes representing the voiced concerns and perceived benefits of and barriers to the uptake of interventions, to yield patient-reported outcomes (PROs). PROs were categorized into domains according to the published taxonomy of outcomes in medical research. Of the 89 identified studies, 27 were included, none of which were primarily intended to elicit PROs. A total of 256 PROs and 7 distinct themes were identified. Only 13% of PROs represented physiological or clinical outcomes, whereas 21% represented the core area of emotional functioning or well-being, and 15% represented the area of delivery of care. The most frequently voiced concern was inadequate health care provider support (60%), and women considered intervention-specific challenges to be the greatest barriers to the uptake of interventions (34%). This study synthesized the qualitative evidence of concerns that pregnant women with obesity have regarding their pregnancy and postpartum care, as well as specific barriers they perceive to the uptake of interventions. In addition, this study revealed that clinical outcomes, which are most often reported in clinical trials, comprise only a minority of outcomes considered important by these women. A core outcome set that adequately incorporates PROs is required to inform the conduct of future trials in pregnant women with obesity.
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- Rachel Dadouch
- Institute of Medical Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON; Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON
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- Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON; MD Program, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
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- Women's College Research Institute, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON; Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
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- Institute of Medical Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON; Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON.
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Relph S, Ong M, Vieira MC, Pasupathy D, Sandall J. Perceptions of risk and influences of choice in pregnant women with obesity. An evidence synthesis of qualitative research. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0227325. [PMID: 31899773 PMCID: PMC6941828 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0227325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2019] [Accepted: 12/17/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Between 7–35% of the maternity population are obese in high income countries and 1–40% in lower or middle-income countries. Women with obesity are traditionally limited by the choices available to them during pregnancy and birth because of the higher risk of complications. This evidence synthesis set out to summarise how women with obesity’s perceptions of pregnancy and birth risk influence the care choices that they make. Methods A search of medical and health databases for qualitative studies written in the English language, published Jan 1993—April 2019 and reporting on pregnant women with obesity’s perception of risk and influence of pregnancy and birth choices. Data was extracted by two reviewers onto a questions framework and then analysed using a thematic synthesis technique. Confidence in the qualitative findings was assessed using GRADE-CERQual. Results 23 full texts were included. The common themes on perception of risk were: ‘Self-blame arising from others’ stereotyped beliefs ‘, ‘Normalisation’, ‘Lack of preparation’, ‘Fearful acceptance and inevitability’ and ‘Baby prioritised over mother’. For influence of choices, the themes were: ‘External influences from personal stresses’, ‘Restrictive guidelines’, ‘Relationship with healthcare professional’ and ‘Perception of Risk’. Conclusions Evidence on what influences women with obesity’s pregnancy choices is limited. Further research is needed on the best methods to discuss the risks of pregnancy and birth for women with obesity in a sensitive and acceptable manner and to identify the key influences when women with obesity make choices antenatally and for birth planning.
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- Sophie Relph
- Department of Women and Children’s Health, School of Life Course Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’ School of Medical Education, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women and Children’s Health, School of Life Course Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women and Children’s Health, School of Life Course Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Women and Children’s Health, School of Life Course Sciences, Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
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How Brazilian dentists work within a new community care context? A qualitative study. PLoS One 2019; 14:e0216640. [PMID: 31067270 PMCID: PMC6505932 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0216640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2018] [Accepted: 04/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to analyze the value and meanings that dental surgeons attribute to the Primary Health Care setting, where health promotion is encouraged over a mechanistic performance of procedures. A qualitative study, involving ten Brazilian dental surgeons working in Primary Care in 2016, was designed. In-depth semi-structured interviews were performed, with all interviews recorded, transcribed and subsequently submitted to Qualitative Content Analysis. Despite the Healthcare Promotion model proposed by the Brazilian oral health policy, dental surgeons demonstrated preferences for private and traditional dental practices. These characteristics are counterproductive in public oral health services, which aim to achieve collective health benefits. Traditional practice is based upon a specific and restricted focus, as opposed to overall patient care, hence maintaining the original professional identity, ruled by manual procedures, while demonstrating scientifically fragile understanding of disease processes. Despite the implementation of public service models that aim at change, counterproductive characteristics associated with the deeply rooted traditional management strategies were evidenced.
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Faria-Schützer DB, Surita FG, Rodrigues L, Turato ER. Eating Behaviors in Postpartum: A Qualitative Study of Women with Obesity. Nutrients 2018; 10:E885. [PMID: 29996489 PMCID: PMC6073558 DOI: 10.3390/nu10070885] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2018] [Revised: 07/03/2018] [Accepted: 07/05/2018] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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In postpartum, women experience major changes in their lives; they are forced to deal with new internal and external demands for attention and care for themselves and the baby. Postpartum feeding also suffers changes in this stage of life, because women find more barriers to healthy eating, which can put them at greater risk of overweight or obesity. This is a qualitative study, through in-depth semi-directed interviews in an intentional sample with postpartum women with obesity, closed by saturation and qualitative content analysis. Sixteen women were included. Three categories emerged from this analysis: (1) from pregnancy to postpartum: changes in body and eating behavior; (2) eating to fill the void of helplessness felt during the postpartum period; and (3) breastfeeding and baby feeding. Women with obesity eat to relieve unpleasant feelings during the postnatal period. The postpartum period is an opportune moment to introduce long-term changes in the eating behaviors and mental wellbeing of these women. Healthcare teams need to restructure to provide more focused follow-up care for women with obesity during the postnatal period in terms of their physical and emotional health.
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- Débora Bicudo Faria-Schützer
- Postgraduate Program in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, BR-13083881 Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, BR-13083881 Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, BR-13083881 Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, BR-13083881 Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
- Department of Medical Psychology and Psychiatry, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, BR-13083881 Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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