Assessing Respect and Mistreatment During Pregnancy and Childbirth
Mothers' Perception Of Respect/Mistreatment During Pregnancy & Childbirth In Assiut Governorate
This study looks at how women in Assiut Governorate, Egypt, feel about the respect they receive during pregnancy and childbirth to see what factors affect their experiences.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 400 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Assiut University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Assiut) |
| Trial ID | NCT06123247 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates the experiences of women regarding respectful maternity care and mistreatment during pregnancy and childbirth in Assiut Governorate, Egypt. It aims to identify the factors associated with these experiences in both rural and urban settings. The study utilizes the Mothers on Respect Index (MORi) and the Mistreatment Index (MIST) to measure patient-provider interactions and their impact on women's feelings of respect during obstetric care. By understanding these dynamics, the study seeks to highlight areas for improvement in maternity care practices.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women who have delivered in the past 8 weeks, either vaginally or via cesarean section.
Not a fit: Patients who experienced complicated childbirth, stillbirth, neonatal death, or have known psychiatric illnesses may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved maternity care practices that respect women's rights and enhance their childbirth experiences.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in assessing respectful maternity care, indicating that this approach is supported by existing literature.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Women who have delivered (either vaginally or cesarean) in the past 8 weeks. Exclusion Criteria: * Women who had complicated childbirth, or stillbirth/neonatal death during their Last delivery will be excluded. In addition, women with known psychiatric illness . These women will be excluded . women who refuse to participate in the study will be excluded.
Where this trial is running
Assiut
- Assiut University — Assiut, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: fatma mohamed
- Email: drfatma076@gmail.com
- Phone: 00201279969493
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.