Who decides? Exploring decisional dynamics for periviable resuscitation among diverse family structures
Findings reveal maternal priority in decision-making, the importance of partner involvement, and a challenges with lacking inclusive legal and ethical guidance for non-heteronormative families. The study highlights the need for shared decision-making that considers family structures, legal aspects, and emotional complexities to enhance inclusive, informed decision-making processes for parents facing periviable delivery.
Authors
- Erika Rose Cheng (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8289-5087)
- Carli King (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0773-1848)
- Shelley M. Hoffman
- Brownsyne Tucker Edmonds (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0023-4440)
- Victoria Schultz
- Naomi Castellon-Perez
- Hannah Witting (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8392-9103)
Institutions
- Indiana University Health (US)
- Indiana University School of Medicine
- Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Perinatology
- Published
- 2025-04-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1038/s41372-025-02290-5
- Primary Topic
- Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00