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How access to information about epidural analgesia affects maternal satisfaction: A comparative study of vaginal deliveries with and without epidural analgesia
1
Yoichi Kyokai Hospital, Nursing Department, Yoichi, Japan
2
Sapporo City University, Dean of the Graduate Program in Midwifery, Sapporo, Japan
3
Sapporo City University, The Graduate Program in Midwifery, Sapporo, Japan
Eur J Midwifery 2026;10(Supplement 1):A449
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Maternal satisfaction with childbirth is closely linked to informed decision-making, which is influenced by the quality of information provided. In Japan, the use of epidural analgesia during labor has been increasing, yet access to relevant information remains unclear.
OBJECTIVES:
This study aimed to examine how access to information about epidural analgesia relates to maternal satisfaction.
METHODS:
A questionnaire survey was conducted at two general obstetric hospitals in Japan. Participants were divided into two groups based on their delivery method: spontaneous vaginal delivery (SVD) and epidural analgesia (EA). Information content was categorized into four types based on guidelines from the Japan Society of Anesthesiologists: overview, effects, minor side effects, and serious side effects. Maternal satisfaction was assessed using the Childbirth Experience Scale (CBE-scale), which consists of four subscales: Happiness, Discovery, Acceptance-as-I-am, and Body Sense. Data were analyzed using Excel statistics. The authors declare that there are no conflicts of interest related to this study.
RESULTS:
A total of 45 participants were included: 33 in the SVD group and 12 in the EA group. The EA group reported greater access to information regarding the effects and side effects of epidural analgesia than the SVD group. The SVD group primarily relied on social media and the internet sources, while the EA group obtained information from healthcare professionals. Correlation analysis revealed knowledge of minor side effects was positively associated with the Happiness factor, and knowledge of the overview of epidural analgesia was positively associated with the Discovery factor.
CONCLUSIONS:
These findings suggest that EA users made informed decisions based on appropriate information, while SVD users may have lacked sufficient access.
KEY MESSAGE:
Improving both the accessibility and quality of information may enhance maternal satisfaction and support emotional well-being and personal growth during childbirth. Poster session 1 (Group A)
Maternal satisfaction with childbirth is closely linked to informed decision-making, which is influenced by the quality of information provided. In Japan, the use of epidural analgesia during labor has been increasing, yet access to relevant information remains unclear.
OBJECTIVES:
This study aimed to examine how access to information about epidural analgesia relates to maternal satisfaction.
METHODS:
A questionnaire survey was conducted at two general obstetric hospitals in Japan. Participants were divided into two groups based on their delivery method: spontaneous vaginal delivery (SVD) and epidural analgesia (EA). Information content was categorized into four types based on guidelines from the Japan Society of Anesthesiologists: overview, effects, minor side effects, and serious side effects. Maternal satisfaction was assessed using the Childbirth Experience Scale (CBE-scale), which consists of four subscales: Happiness, Discovery, Acceptance-as-I-am, and Body Sense. Data were analyzed using Excel statistics. The authors declare that there are no conflicts of interest related to this study.
RESULTS:
A total of 45 participants were included: 33 in the SVD group and 12 in the EA group. The EA group reported greater access to information regarding the effects and side effects of epidural analgesia than the SVD group. The SVD group primarily relied on social media and the internet sources, while the EA group obtained information from healthcare professionals. Correlation analysis revealed knowledge of minor side effects was positively associated with the Happiness factor, and knowledge of the overview of epidural analgesia was positively associated with the Discovery factor.
CONCLUSIONS:
These findings suggest that EA users made informed decisions based on appropriate information, while SVD users may have lacked sufficient access.
KEY MESSAGE:
Improving both the accessibility and quality of information may enhance maternal satisfaction and support emotional well-being and personal growth during childbirth. Poster session 1 (Group A)
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