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Citation |
Chigbu CO, Odugu B, Okezie O. Int. J. Gynaecol. Obstet. 2008; 100(3): 287-290. |
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Affiliation |
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria. |
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Copyright |
(Copyright © 2008, International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Publisher Elsevier Publishing) |
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18022625 |
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Abstract |
Objective: To assess the experiences of women following incorrect determination of fetal sex by ultrasound. Method: A 3-year prospective cohort study of 102 women with discordance between fetal sex determined by ultrasound scan and birth sex. Participants were interviewed using 2 structured pretested questionnaires. The first questionnaire was undertaken within 24 h of delivery. The women were followed up with a second questionnaire 6-9 months later. In-depth interviews were also carried out at this time. Results: Women who had received an incorrect determination of fetal sex by ultrasound experienced marital conflicts, domestic violence, negative perceptions of ultrasound, and a desire for reversal of tubal ligation. Conclusion: Incorrect determination of fetal sex by ultrasound has implications that can affect the mental and psychological health of the mother and the upbringing of the newborn. Language: en |