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Elective amniocentesis in low-risk pregnancies: Decision making in the era of information and uncertainty

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  • Lesser, Y.
  • Rabinowitz, J.

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Objectives. Rational choice theory was applied to explain women's use of amniocentesis. Variables included knowledge about prenatal diagnostics, attitudes, and emotional preferences. Methods. Using structured instruments at 9 to 14 and at 29 to 34 weeks' gestation, we interviewed 232 Israeli women who had low-risk pregnancies. Results. Women who had elective amniocentesis (n=39) were more knowledgeable about prenatal diagnostics, risks of invasive procedures, and probability of fetal abnormality in high maternal age; had fewer children; and had less favorable attitudes toward parenthood than those who had medically indicated amniocentesis (n=57) and those who did not have amniocentesis (n=136). Conclusions. The use and possible overuse of amniocentesis were associated with having more information about prenatal diagnostics and definite emotional preferences.

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  • Lesser, Y. & Rabinowitz, J., 2001. "Elective amniocentesis in low-risk pregnancies: Decision making in the era of information and uncertainty," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 91(4), pages 639-641.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:2001:91:4:639-641_6
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