Quality Indicators for HIV-Infected Pregnant Women in the Dutch Caribbean
Author Information
Author(s): Hermanides Hillegonda S, van Vught Lonneke A, Voigt Ralph, Muskiet Fred D, Durand Aimée, van Osch Gerard, Koolman-Wever Sharline, Gerstenbluth Isaac, Smit Colette, Duits Ashley J
Primary Institution: Red Cross Blood Bank Foundation, Willemstad, Curaçao
Hypothesis
Can a set of valid and applicable quality indicators be developed to assess the care of HIV-infected pregnant women and their newborns in the Dutch Caribbean?
Conclusion
The study developed quality indicators for HIV-infected pregnant women in three Dutch Caribbean settings, highlighting the need for applicability testing.
Supporting Evidence
- Thirteen quality indicators were prioritized for HIV-infected pregnant women and their newborns.
- Four indicators were applicable in Curaçao, three in St Maarten, and none in Aruba.
- The study highlights the importance of testing the applicability of quality indicators before implementation.
- Limited data availability hindered the testing of some quality indicators.
Takeaway
The researchers created a list of important checks to make sure pregnant women with HIV get the best care, but they found that some checks couldn't be tested because there wasn't enough information.
Methodology
A multidisciplinary expert panel of 19 experts used a 3-step modified-Delphi procedure to develop and test quality indicators based on existing PMTCT guidelines.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to varying data collection methods across different islands.
Limitations
Limited data availability for testing some indicators and small sample sizes in certain settings.
Participant Demographics
HIV-infected women of childbearing age, HIV-infected pregnant women, and their newborns from Aruba, Curaçao, and St Maarten.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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