Pregnancy after Solid Organ Transplantation

MCN. the American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing
Jane M Kurz

Abstract

To explore the reproductive decision-making process with women who were organ transplant recipients (renal, lung, & heart transplants). Grounded theory guided data collection and analyses. Mixed methods with audiotaped telephone interviews and a written survey measuring social support were used. As social support is critical for women who are organ transplant recipients considering pregnancy, a search for disconfirming evidence for social support via a survey and interviews was included. Verbatim responses were analyzed through the constant comparative method using open, axial, and selective coding. Trustworthiness was established through prolonged engagement, member checking, and thick descriptions. Participants included 10 women who were solid organ recipients (2 lung, 1 heart, and 7 renal transplant recipients). The core theme was Wanting a child. Other themes included Getting information, Advocating, Dealing with problems, Preparing, Talking, Supporting, Coping, and Advising others. There was no evidence of a lack of social support as evaluated via the survey or interviews. This study provides new knowledge on clinical decision-making about pregnancy for women who are solid organ recipients and for healthcare professionals....Continue Reading

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