Satisfaction and quality of life survey of patients undergoing infertility treatment in a public health setting
Satisfaction and quality of life survey of patients undergoing infertility treatment in a public health setting
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https://doi.org/10.51473/rcmos.v1i1.2026.2066Keywords:
Infertility, Assisted Reproduction, Quality of LifeAbstract
Infertility is configured as a public health problem that impacts the physical, emotional, and social dimensions of women. Within the scope of public assisted reproduction services, assessing patient satisfaction and the therapeutic impact on quality of life is essential for the improvement of care. The objective of this work is to evaluate the degree of satisfaction and the influence of the therapeutic journey on the quality of life of patients undergoing infertility treatment, identifying factors related to service, emotional support, and infrastructure. The study was conducted at the Center for Teaching and Research in Assisted Reproduction (CEPRA/HMIB), using the validated Fertility Quality of Life (FertiQoL) instrument and analysis of electronic medical records. The sample included patients submitted to intrauterine insemination, oocyte retrieval, and frozen embryo transfer. A high level of satisfaction with the care and the reception by the multi-professional team was observed. However, emotional exhaustion, anxiety, and interferences in personal and marital routines were evidenced, mostly attributed to waiting times and the uncertainties of the reproductive process. It is concluded that the evaluated service presents solid technical and human performance, but faces challenges regarding the psychosocial impacts of treatment. The strengthening of psychological support, the optimization of the assistance flow, and the investment in reproductive health policies are fundamental to elevating the quality of life and the experience of patients assisted in the public system.
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