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Alrehaili AA. Exploring Parental Knowledge, Attitudes, and Factors Influencing Decision-Making in Stem Cell Banking: Rising the Future of Medical Treatment. Cureus 2024; 16:e58384. [PMID: 38628380 PMCID: PMC11020598 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.58384] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Stem cell banking (SCB) is a promising area of modern medicine with the potential to yield innovative treatments and cures. To effectively educate parents and implement laws and regulations that address parental concerns and encourage informed decision-making, it is imperative to emphasize parental viewpoints and their consequences for future healthcare. The study aims to establish the Saudi Arabian population's level of understanding regarding SCB and to comprehend the elements influencing parental knowledge, attitudes, and SCB decision-making processes. METHODOLOGY A cross-sectional study was conducted among the population in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia. Demographic data, knowledge levels, attitudes, and decision-making variables were gathered from 380 respondents. RESULTS The study reveals a lack in their comprehension of the objectives and possible uses of SCB, together with the main sources of information on those banks and conveniently available banking choices. It showed varied results regarding attitudes about considering an SCB for their children. In addition, the majority of respondents had not made a consent decision about SCB for their children. It also illuminates the factors that could influence participants' decisions about SCB for their children and shows that a lack of information and understanding is the main obstacle faced by parents regarding SCB. It highlights that participants were generally in favor of learning more about SCB for their children. CONCLUSIONS This study broadens our understanding of parental decision-making toward SCB and clarifies the elements influencing parents' opinions and worries and offers significant ramifications for lawmakers, medical professionals, and SCB. These implications can be utilized to enhance communication strategies, create instructional programs, and ease the fears of concerned parents.
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- Amani A Alrehaili
- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Taif University, Taif, SAU
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Saraygord-Afshari N, Ghayem S, Foudazi R, Safa M. Drivers of consumers' behavioral intention toward private umbilical cord blood banking: a review. Cell Tissue Bank 2023; 24:651-661. [PMID: 36534202 DOI: 10.1007/s10561-022-10064-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Immunitary bioeconomy encompasses a significant share of the bioeconomy that is accompanied by a high degree of complexity and various religious and ethical controversies for both customers and the service providers. Compared to blood banking, these complexities are more substantial for the new state-of-the-art technology of umbilical cord blood (UCB) banking, in which the viable therapeutically active substance of cord blood (i.e., cord blood stem cells (CBSCs)) is banked for much less likely future demand. It became even more complicated when we knew that the main three types of cord blood banking industry (i.e., private, public, or hybrid models) are not the same regarding economic, ethical, and even social considerations. The present paper aims to review and discuss the main drivers of behavioral intention among the customers of private UCB banking. We focused on private UCB banking because, although there is a low likelihood of childs' future need for their siblings' CBSCs, there is an unnecessary growing demand for using private UCB banking services. Based on the previously published pieces of research, we discussed five main influential factors (i.e., awareness, reference group, usability, disease history, and price) that can affect the customers' risk perception (and further their behavioral intention) to preserve their child UCB for private applications. Finally, we concluded that private UCB banking must not be considered a commercial activity, and ethically healthcare managers must be more actively involved in facilitating the proper flow of information among the customers.
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- Neda Saraygord-Afshari
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Shahid Hemmat Highway, P.O. Box: 14665-354, Tehran, 1449614535, Iran.
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- Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Management, UAE Branch, Islamic Azad University, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Industrial engineering, Faculty of engineering, South-Tehran branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Hematology and Blood Banking, Faculty of Allied Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Al-Shammary AA, Hassan SUN. Inconsistencies in Pregnant Mothers' Attitudes and Willingness to Donate Umbilical Cord Stem Cells: A Cross-Sectional Analysis from Saudi Arabia. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12093079. [PMID: 37176520 PMCID: PMC10179412 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12093079] [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: 02/24/2023] [Revised: 03/31/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023] Open
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The collection and storage of umbilical cord stem cells (UCSCs) have a crucial role in improving and expanding stem cell-based therapies, which are becoming popular in Saudi Arabia and other Middle East countries. Many patients and families in Saudi Arabia depend on private cord banks in foreign countries to purchase stem cells, which has financial and medical implications. The current study aims at determining the predictors of current registration status and willingness to donate cord blood stem cells among expectant mothers in Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional study collected data from 714 expectant mothers from all thirteen regions of Saudi Arabia in December 2022. The online survey questionnaire assessed women's awareness, direct and indirect exposure to stem-cell therapy, sources of knowledge, willingness, reluctance, and current registration status to donate cord blood. Although women demonstrated higher acceptance and lower rejection towards the donation of UCSCs, just one percent (n = 7; 1%) of expectant mothers in this sample are registered with the Saudi Stem Cell Registry. Overall, 48% indicated their willingness to register in the future. Both correlational analysis and multiple regression analysis demonstrated that awareness significantly predicted willingness to donate (p < 0.01), and rejection attitudes were negatively related to willingness to donate (p < 0.001). Although the mean scores on acceptance were high, they were not found to be significantly associated with willingness to donate. Prior direct and indirect exposure to stem cell therapy appeared to be the strongest predictor of pregnant women's willingness to register (p < 0.001). Findings suggest that acceptance attitudes do not have a symmetrical relationship with intention. Women's prior exposure to stem cell therapy was the most significant factor; therefore, findings demonstrate that currently women are relying on their firsthand experience to decide about cord blood donation rather than the information obtained from other sources, such as social media and the internet. Though attitudes were not identified as significant predictors in the statistical models, awareness was a relevant factor, and the findings signify increasing awareness in various target populations to enhance the probability of intention to donate cord stem cells.
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- Asma Ayyed Al-Shammary
- Department of Public Health, College of Public Health and Health Informatics, University of Ha'il, Ha'il 81451, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Public Health, College of Public Health and Health Informatics, University of Ha'il, Ha'il 81451, Saudi Arabia
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Khasawneh RR, Rub EAE. Undergraduate medical students' perceptions regarding stem cells: Is there a need for incorporating a stem cells elective course in the academic curriculum? BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY EDUCATION : A BIMONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL UNION OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 2022; 50:620-626. [PMID: 36102290 DOI: 10.1002/bmb.21672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2021] [Revised: 06/29/2022] [Accepted: 08/18/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Stem cell therapy has recently progressed from the preclinical to the early clinical trial arena for a variety of diseases. Moreover, the medical students lack the deep and full understanding of its significance and potential as the promising future cure for diverse diseases worldwide. This study aims at evaluating the knowledge, awareness, and perception of medical students as far as stem cells applications are related in the medical field. A cross-sectional survey was carried out using online questionnaires, which were distributed via e-mail to cover all medical faculties in Jordan. The data show that medical students are supportive of using stem cells and their therapeutic applications, and most of them are willing and enthusiastically want to improve their knowledge about stem cells; however, due to the tight schedule and the lack of an elective course about stem cells in the curriculum, many of them are not ready to undergo further training in regenerative medicine unless it becomes part of the assigned training and part of the learning objectives for medical students. These findings indicated the need to update the medical school curriculum with new hits in medicine and expand the range of courses offered for medical students so they can be up-to-date with the quick advances in different medical disciplines.
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- Ramada R Khasawneh
- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Yarmouk University, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Yarmouk University, Irbid, Jordan
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Bammidi S, Bali P, Kalra J, Anand A. Transplantation Efficacy of Human Ciliary Epithelium Cells from Fetal Eye and Lin-ve Stem Cells from Umbilical Cord Blood in the Murine Retinal Degeneration Model of Laser Injury. Cell Transplant 2021; 29:963689720946031. [PMID: 33023312 PMCID: PMC7784603 DOI: 10.1177/0963689720946031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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A number of degenerative conditions affecting the neural retina including age-related macular degeneration have no successful treatment, resulting in partial or complete vision loss. There are a number of stem cell replacement strategies for recovery of retinal damage using cells from variable sources. However, literature is still deficit in the comparison of efficacy of types of stem cells. The purpose of the study was to compare the therapeutic efficacy of undifferentiated cells, i.e., lineage negative stem cells (Lin-ve SC) with differentiated neurosphere derived from ciliary epithelium (CE) cells on retinal markers associated with laser-induced retinal injury. Laser-induced photocoagulation was carried out to disrupt Bruch’s membrane and retinal pigmented epithelium in C57BL/6 mouse model. Lineage negative cells were isolated from human umbilical cord blood, whereas neurospheres were derived from CE of post-aborted human eyeballs. The cells were then transplanted into subretinal space to study their effect on injury. Markers of neurotropic factors, retina, apoptosis, and proliferation were analyzed after injury and transplantation. mRNA expression was also analyzed by real-time polymerase chain reaction at 1 week, and 3-month immunohistochemistry was evaluated at 1-week time point. CE cell transplantation showed enhanced differentiation of rods and retinal glial cells. However, Lin-ve cells exerted paracrine-dependent modulation of neurotrophic factors, which is possibly mediated by antiapoptotic and proliferative effects. In conclusion, CE transplantation showed superior regenerative outcome in comparison to Lin-ve SC for rescue of artificially injured rodent retinal cells. It is imperative that this source for transplantation may be extensively studied in various doses and additional retinal degeneration models for prospective clinical applications.
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- Sridhar Bammidi
- Neuroscience Research Lab, Department of Neurology, 29751Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Neuroscience Research Lab, Department of Neurology, 29751Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.,Department of Biophysics, 29751Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 29751Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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- Neuroscience Research Lab, Department of Neurology, 29751Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India
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John-Olabode SO, Okunade KS, Ajie IO, Olorunfemi G, Oyedeji OA. Awareness and practice of cord blood donation by pregnant women in Lagos Nigeria: Practice implication for future cord blood transplantation in Nigeria. Ann Afr Med 2021; 20:24-30. [PMID: 33727508 PMCID: PMC8102888 DOI: 10.4103/aam.aam_9_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Background: Poor awareness remains a substantial limitation to harnessing the benefits of umbilical cord blood (UCB) in sub-Saharan Africa. The aim of this study was to determine the level of awareness and factors influencing intention to donate cord blood to blood bank among antenatal clinic attendees at a tertiary hospital in Nigeria. Methods: We conducted a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study of 400 women attending the antenatal clinic of a tertiary hospital in Lagos, Nigeria, between February and June 2018. The data were analyzed using Stata version 13; comparisons were conducted with Chi-square, Student's t-test, and Mann–Whitney U-test. Univariable and multivariable binary logistic regression was conducted with “willingness to donate” as the outcome variable. Results: Majority (n = 287/331 [86.2%, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 76.4–84.9]) of the participants had some knowledge of UCB, almost half intended future donation of UCB (n = 161/333, [48.3%, 95% CI: 42.9–53.6]). Based on our findings, factors such as religion (P = 0.001), education (P = 0.03), information from health-care provider (P < 0.001) appear to influence awareness, and the decision to donate UCB. Conclusion: Although the awareness of the clinical uses of UCB is very limited in Nigeria, the intent to participate in UCB donation is high. Factors such as religion, education, and prior information about UCB donation by health-care providers have been identified in this study to have an influence on the decision to donate UCB.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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- Department of Chemical and Clinical Pathology, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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- Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Department of Haematology and Blood Transfusion, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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Lack of information about umbilical cord blood banking leads to decreased donation rates among Brazilian pregnant women. Cell Tissue Bank 2021; 22:597-607. [PMID: 33576919 DOI: 10.1007/s10561-021-09903-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2020] [Accepted: 01/27/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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The donation of umbilical cord blood (UCB) to public banks is essential to increase the probability of finding compatible donors for hematopoietic stem cell transplants. Brazil is currently the third-largest country in number of registered bone marrow donors, but it is far behind in terms of UCB donation. Thus, this questionnaire-based study aimed to assess Brazilian pregnant women's awareness, knowledge, beliefs, and opinions about UCB banking in order to identify the causes of low donation rates. Sixty-one percent of the responders were aware of UCB banking, but 86.9% of those declared to know little or very little about it. Only 14% of pregnant women were asked whether they would like to store or donate UCB. Just 13% have made a decision, and more than half decided not to donate or store it, with the leading cause being lack of knowledge. Finally, 94% of the responders believe that women should be told about UCB banking by their doctor before the last trimester of pregnancy. In conclusion, this study demonstrated that Brazilian pregnant women have insufficient knowledge about UCB banking, which affects their decision regarding UCB donation, and they wish to be better informed about it by health professionals.
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Almaeen A, Wani FA, Thirunavukkarasu A. Knowledge and attitudes towards stem cells and the significance of their medical application among healthcare sciences students of Jouf University. PeerJ 2021; 9:e10661. [PMID: 33552720 PMCID: PMC7821763 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.10661] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2020] [Accepted: 12/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background Adequate knowledge and positive attitude of the medical and dental students towards the stem cells and their utilization in medical science is extremely important keeping in view the ever-increasing potential of stem cells in the medical field. The present study was planned to assess the knowledge and attitude of the medical and dental students towards stem cells and their applications in medical science. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted among 217 medical and dental college students of the Jouf University. The systematic random sampling method was used to select students based on gender and year of study. After obtaining written informed consent, a self-administered questionnaire consisting of three parts was administered to the students. The first part collected the socio-demographic details; part 2 contains 15 questions regarding knowledge and part 3 contains 10 questions regarding attitude towards stem cells. Results Majority of the participants were males (54.4%) in the age group of 21-22 years. Awareness regarding Saudi stem cell donor registry was observed in 50.7% of the students . A total of 72.4% of the students possessed medium knowledge while 70% of the students possessed high attitude score towards stem cell research and its medical significance. A significant relationship was observed between the Saudi Stem Cell Donor Registry awareness and knowledge score with p-value of 0.04. Relationship between the knowledge and attitude scores was significant with p-value of 0.001 and with a Pearson correlation score of r = 0.334. Conclusion Medium to high level of knowledge was noted among majority of the participants and a high attitude score was also noted towards stem cells and their relevance. A significant positive correlation was observed between the knowledge and attitude scores. It is recommended to include various interventional educational programs for the medical and dental students on the significance of stem cells in the medical field.
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- Abdulrahman Almaeen
- Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka, Aljouf, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka, Aljouf, Saudi Arabia
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Mukunya D, Haaland MES, Tumwine JK, Tylleskar T, Nankabirwa V, Moland KM. "The cord is the child": meanings and practices related to umbilical cord care in Central Uganda. BMC Pediatr 2020; 20:105. [PMID: 32131781 PMCID: PMC7057479 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-020-2002-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2019] [Accepted: 02/25/2020] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Background Infections account for a quarter of all newborn deaths and the umbilical cord has been identified as a major route of newborn infections. Objective To explore the meanings and practices related to the umbilical cord among caretakers of newborns in central Uganda. Methods This was a qualitative study, designed to inform the design, and interpretation of a randomized controlled trial assessing the effectiveness of chlorhexidine use for the umbilical cord. We conducted 22 in-depth interviews exploring umbilical cord care practices among ten mothers, four health workers, five traditional birth attendants, and three men. We also conducted three focus group discussions with young mothers and elderly women. We used qualitative content analysis to analyze our findings and we borrow upon Mary Douglas’ concepts of dirt to present our findings. Results The umbilical cord had a symbolic position in newborn care. The way it was perceived and handled had far reaching consequences for the survival and wellbeing of the baby. The umbilical cord was a centre of anxiety, a possible gate to illness, a test of fatherhood and a signifier of parental responsibility. Hence, the umbilical cord and the way it was cared for played a part in the present and future survival of the baby, as well as the survival and wellbeing of the household. Persons other than the mother such as older female relatives were very influential in the care of the umbilical cord. Conclusions The umbilical cord carried symbolic meanings, which extended beyond the newborn and the newborn period, and in turn influenced the various practices of umbilical cord care. The important position of the cord in local newborn care practices should be recognized and taken into consideration when scaling up newborn care interventions in the country.
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- David Mukunya
- Centre for Intervention Science in Maternal and Child Health (www.cismac.org), Center for International Health, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway.
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- CISMAC, Center for International Health, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Pediatrics and Child Health, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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- CISMAC, Center for International Health, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- CISMAC, Center for International Health, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway.,Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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- CISMAC, Center for International Health, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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Gupta V, Agarwal L, Ballal P, Pandey D. Cord Blood Banking: Antenatal Care Provider's Roles and Responsibilities. Stem Cells Int 2019; 2019:3598404. [PMID: 30984269 PMCID: PMC6431514 DOI: 10.1155/2019/3598404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2018] [Accepted: 01/30/2019] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Umbilical Cord Blood (UCB) banking done either for private storage or for donation to public cord blood banks involves active participation of obstetricians. Counseling the expectant parents, providing them with unbiased and balanced information, and collecting the UCB with diligence confer a lot of social as well as moral responsibility upon obstetricians. This makes it even more important that the obstetricians in current practice stay well-informed and updated with UCB collection and its storage guidelines. The present study was conducted to assess the current status of obstetricians about UCB banking in terms of their awareness, attitude, and expectations from it. MATERIALS AND METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted across three hospitals. A self-administered 22-item questionnaire was given to obstetricians to assess their awareness, attitude, and expectations about UCB banking. Finally, 154 completed questionnaires were analyzed using SPSS software (version 15.0). The awareness, attitude, and expectations were assessed and reported as primary endpoints and the self-rated knowledge levels, and sources of information were reported as secondary endpoints. RESULTS Overall, the awareness was poor, but the attitude was favorable for UCB banking amongst obstetricians. Around 74% felt that obstetricians must be well-informed about UCB banking-related counseling and collection protocols. However, 55% felt it to be an additional burden for the obstetrician, and 57% believed that financial compensation must be given to obstetricians involved with cord blood collection procedures. The majority remained unclear about their expectations from UCB banking. The self-rated knowledge was poor and very poor for 75% obstetricians. 89.6% derived their information from representatives of private cord blood companies. CONCLUSION Although poor in awareness levels, obstetricians possessed a favorable attitude towards UCB banking. Continuing medical education needs to focus more on such current issues of public importance to keep professionals updated. This is one way to minimise percolation of wrong facts and figures by the industries with conflicting interest to the healthcare providers.
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- Vishal Gupta
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal 576104, India
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- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal 576104, India
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- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore 575001, India
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- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal 576104, India
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Mistry AA, Amin AA, Nimbalkar SM, Bhadesia P, Patel DR, Phatak AG. Knowledge of umbilical cord blood banking among obstetricians and mothers in Anand and Kheda District, India. J Family Med Prim Care 2019; 7:1032-1036. [PMID: 30598952 PMCID: PMC6259528 DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_147_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background: To assess the knowledge of obstetricians and expectant mothers towards UCB banking and their awareness regarding pros and cons of the process. Methods: Questionnaires from a previously published study were modified contextually and translated into vernacular language (Gujarati). The questionnaires were distributed among 200 obstetricians, of which 100 responded and 100 mothers were in Anand and Kheda districts of India. Informed consent was taken for both. Results: Mean (SD) age of obstetricians was 47.5 years (11.14) with mean (SD) work experience of 19.72 years (9.94). Almost all were aware of collection procedure for UCB and felt that UCB banking is useful. Thirty obstetricians thought that stored blood can be used in conditions of Autism, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and all genetic conditions. Sixty-three were aware of the procedure technique. Majority felt that the process was feasible and would do it for their own child. All the 100 mothers approached consented for the study with average age (SD) of 26.88 (4.17). Many were not aware of such a procedure and were not certain about the usefulness of the procedure. Seventy-six did not know the conditions in which the stored blood can be used. Only 4 mothers/family members had opted for UCB banking, whereas 27 expressed their willingness to recommend UCB to another mother. Five Muslim women wanted UCB but could not pursue it due to religious norms. Conclusion: The level of understanding among obstetricians was not commensurate with the amount of faith with which they promoted UCB banking.
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- Ayushi A Mistry
- Department of Pediatrics, Pramukhswami Medical College, Karamsad, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pramukhswami Medical College, Karamsad, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pramukhswami Medical College, Karamsad, Gujarat, India.,Central Research Services, Charutar Arogya Mandal, Karamsad, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pramukhswami Medical College, Karamsad, Gujarat, India
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- Central Research Services, Charutar Arogya Mandal, Karamsad, Gujarat, India
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- Central Research Services, Charutar Arogya Mandal, Karamsad, Gujarat, India
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Public Awareness on Cord Blood Banking in Saudi Arabia. Stem Cells Int 2018; 2018:8037965. [PMID: 29765424 PMCID: PMC5903187 DOI: 10.1155/2018/8037965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2017] [Accepted: 11/19/2017] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background In the last decade, cord blood (CB) has proven to be a valuable source of hematopoietic stem cells for transplantation to treat many hematological disorders. Since then, many CB banks have been established worldwide. Our aim was to estimate the level of public awareness of CB banking in Saudi Arabia. Study Design and Methods A self-administered questionnaire of 22 multiple choices was conveniently distributed, consisting of demographics, awareness measure, attitude toward banking preference, and donation for research data. Results A total of 1146 participants have completed the questionnaire. The majority were young female 19–25 years old (26%), who are college graduates (57%) with middle class socioeconomic status (82%). The subjective assessment of the overall knowledge was inadequate (66%). For the objective assessment, 12 questions were asked about CB source, collection, storage, and usage. Only half of the subjects (52%) knew that CB is a source of stem cells. More than half did not know the main use of CB. About half did not know about the method of collection nor the condition of storing. Conclusion This study shows a high lack of knowledge about CB banking. More than half of the subjects were unaware of CB banking and its uses. However, most subjects are accepting CB storage, which anticipates great impact and efficacy on educational programs. Moreover, the data demonstrated that health professionals were not the source of knowledge. We recommend having comprehensive educational campaigns with clear information about CB banking to facilitate positive perspectives towards donation and scientific research.
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