We know that it is not possible to put a simple dollar number on the loss of an infant through stillbirth as it has devastating impacts on families. It has a profound emotional impact on those directly affected and the community more generally. Unfortunately, the causes of stillbirth are poorly understood. This complicates the development […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00Leigh Brezlerhttps://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgLeigh Brezler2016-10-06 16:34:062017-03-12 22:19:17The Economic Impacts of Stillbirth in Australia
Background: Stillbirth research is often hampered by the need to ‘protect’ both bereaved families as well as healthy pregnant women from distress resulting from recruitment by research staff. No studies have investigated anxiety levels of recently bereaved or healthy pregnant women participating in stillbirth research. The aim of this study was to assess anxiety levels […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00Leigh Brezlerhttps://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgLeigh Brezler2016-06-29 22:09:332017-03-12 22:19:54Anxiety and acceptability related to participation in stillbirth research
Objective: There are around 2.6 million stillbirths globally per year. Maternal age, obesity and smoking account for one third of stillbirths but smoking is the only factor that can be realistically changed during pregnancy. The aim of this study was to identify potentially modifiable risk factors for late-pregnancy stillbirth. Methods: This was a population-based matched case–control study […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00Leigh Brezlerhttps://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgLeigh Brezler2016-06-29 21:34:082018-02-02 10:12:55Sleep Position, Fetal Growth Restriction, and Late-Pregnancy Stillbirth: The Sydney Stillbirth Study
This paper presents the implications for practice that were developed from the review project to promote and inform meaningful and culturally appropriate evidence-informed practice amongst maternity care providers caring for mothers and families who experience stillbirth. The implications for practice were developed from the findings of the review and expert consensus. These recommendations may be […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00main_host_777https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgmain_host_7772015-11-06 15:18:002015-11-06 15:18:00Caring for families experiencing stillbirth: Evidence-based guidance for maternity care providers
This paper presents the results of one meta-synthesis from the systematic review report and covered the experience of stillbirth from diagnosis until many years later. Emerging themes that underpinned the meaningfulness of care provided to parents experiencing stillbirth included: information provision, the need for emotional support and appropriate maternity ward environments and systems. Elements of […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00main_host_777https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgmain_host_7772015-11-06 14:52:472015-11-06 14:52:47Providing meaningful care for families experiencing stillbirth: a meta-synthesis of qualitative evidence
Fetal growth restriction (FGR) can reflect a clinical situation where the placenta is working poorly, leading to a fetus that is suboptimally grown. Importantly, FGR is strongly associated with stillbirth risk. It is therefore an important clinical surrogate marker of stillbirth. In this study, the mRNA in the mum’s blood at 28 weeks that could identify […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00main_host_777https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgmain_host_7772014-03-07 03:38:102014-03-07 03:38:10Developing a biomarker blood test at 28 weeks to identify pregnancies at high risk of fetal growth restriction and stillbirth
The Stillbirth Foundation has partly funded a research project of the Mater Medical Research Institute, South Brisbane, QLD, Australia. Background Stillbirth rates in high-income countries have shown little or no improvement over the past two decades. Prevention strategies that target risk factors could be important in rate reduction. This systematic review and meta-analysis was done to […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00main_host_777https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgmain_host_7772014-03-07 03:37:252014-03-07 03:37:25Major risk factors for stillbirth in high-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Despite improvements in obstetric care, rates of late stillbirth are essentially the same in 2009 as they were 50 years ago. In the majority of cases, a cause of stillbirth is never identified and because of this, obstetricians have been unable to predict and prevent these events. One theory suggests that fetal death results from […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00main_host_777https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgmain_host_7772014-03-07 03:36:462014-03-07 03:36:46Free foetal DNA, Placental Apoptosis and the Predication of Late Stillbirth
Dr Alison Fung and her co-researchers at the Mercy Hospital for Women in Melbourne have been investigating the impact of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea on fetal growth and well being. Obstructive sleep apnoea is a condition that occurs when the upper airways collapse during sleep, causing airway obstruction and resulting in low oxygen levels in the […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00main_host_777https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgmain_host_7772014-03-07 03:36:412014-03-07 03:36:41Maternal sleep health and fetal outcomes
This study aimed to link the information captured about stillbirths through several population-based datasets. The findings will potentially identify sub-groups of women at increased risk of stillbirth who might benefit from closer surveillance, identify risk factors for stillbirth that may be modifiable, help information policy and plan maternity care services to improve the management of […]
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One of the most difficult decisions for parents faced with the overwhelming grief of their baby’s death is whether to give consent for an autopsy examination. At present, little is known about the information and communication needs of parents at this time. This study seeks to gain a detailed understanding of parents’ views and experiences […]
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00main_host_777https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgmain_host_7772014-03-07 03:29:402016-06-29 20:31:52Information and communication about autopsy following stillbirth: meeting the needs of parents
The Stillbirth Foundation was fortunate to be able to assist a study in Queensland that considered the decision making process of parents in relation to autopsy. This was presented as a poster at the International Stillbirth Alliance’s Conference in Birmingham in October 2007.
https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpg00main_host_777https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SBF-LOGO-WITH-TAG-249.jpgmain_host_7772008-03-07 03:38:342008-03-07 03:38:34Autopsy Study
In July 2007, the Stillbirth Foundation was thrilled to have part-funded a stillbirth literature review to be conducted by Dr Vicki Flenady of the Mater Mother’s Hospital Brisbane, in partnership with ANZSA. This study cost $47,000 and involved a review of all the available published studies into stillbirth throughout the world. Surprisingly this review has […]
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The Economic Impacts of Stillbirth in Australia
/in Completed Research Projects, News & Research /by Leigh BrezlerWe know that it is not possible to put a simple dollar number on the loss of an infant through stillbirth as it has devastating impacts on families. It has a profound emotional impact on those directly affected and the community more generally. Unfortunately, the causes of stillbirth are poorly understood. This complicates the development […]
Anxiety and acceptability related to participation in stillbirth research
/in Completed Research Projects, News & Research /by Leigh BrezlerBackground: Stillbirth research is often hampered by the need to ‘protect’ both bereaved families as well as healthy pregnant women from distress resulting from recruitment by research staff. No studies have investigated anxiety levels of recently bereaved or healthy pregnant women participating in stillbirth research. The aim of this study was to assess anxiety levels […]
Sleep Position, Fetal Growth Restriction, and Late-Pregnancy Stillbirth: The Sydney Stillbirth Study
/in Completed Research Projects /by Leigh BrezlerObjective: There are around 2.6 million stillbirths globally per year. Maternal age, obesity and smoking account for one third of stillbirths but smoking is the only factor that can be realistically changed during pregnancy. The aim of this study was to identify potentially modifiable risk factors for late-pregnancy stillbirth. Methods: This was a population-based matched case–control study […]
Caring for families experiencing stillbirth: Evidence-based guidance for maternity care providers
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777This paper presents the implications for practice that were developed from the review project to promote and inform meaningful and culturally appropriate evidence-informed practice amongst maternity care providers caring for mothers and families who experience stillbirth. The implications for practice were developed from the findings of the review and expert consensus. These recommendations may be […]
Providing meaningful care for families experiencing stillbirth: a meta-synthesis of qualitative evidence
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777This paper presents the results of one meta-synthesis from the systematic review report and covered the experience of stillbirth from diagnosis until many years later. Emerging themes that underpinned the meaningfulness of care provided to parents experiencing stillbirth included: information provision, the need for emotional support and appropriate maternity ward environments and systems. Elements of […]
Developing a biomarker blood test at 28 weeks to identify pregnancies at high risk of fetal growth restriction and stillbirth
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777Fetal growth restriction (FGR) can reflect a clinical situation where the placenta is working poorly, leading to a fetus that is suboptimally grown. Importantly, FGR is strongly associated with stillbirth risk. It is therefore an important clinical surrogate marker of stillbirth. In this study, the mRNA in the mum’s blood at 28 weeks that could identify […]
Major risk factors for stillbirth in high-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777The Stillbirth Foundation has partly funded a research project of the Mater Medical Research Institute, South Brisbane, QLD, Australia. Background Stillbirth rates in high-income countries have shown little or no improvement over the past two decades. Prevention strategies that target risk factors could be important in rate reduction. This systematic review and meta-analysis was done to […]
Free foetal DNA, Placental Apoptosis and the Predication of Late Stillbirth
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777Despite improvements in obstetric care, rates of late stillbirth are essentially the same in 2009 as they were 50 years ago. In the majority of cases, a cause of stillbirth is never identified and because of this, obstetricians have been unable to predict and prevent these events. One theory suggests that fetal death results from […]
Maternal sleep health and fetal outcomes
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777Dr Alison Fung and her co-researchers at the Mercy Hospital for Women in Melbourne have been investigating the impact of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea on fetal growth and well being. Obstructive sleep apnoea is a condition that occurs when the upper airways collapse during sleep, causing airway obstruction and resulting in low oxygen levels in the […]
Assessing the reporting of stillbirths in population data: trends and recurrence
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777This study aimed to link the information captured about stillbirths through several population-based datasets. The findings will potentially identify sub-groups of women at increased risk of stillbirth who might benefit from closer surveillance, identify risk factors for stillbirth that may be modifiable, help information policy and plan maternity care services to improve the management of […]
Information and communication about autopsy following stillbirth: meeting the needs of parents
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777One of the most difficult decisions for parents faced with the overwhelming grief of their baby’s death is whether to give consent for an autopsy examination. At present, little is known about the information and communication needs of parents at this time. This study seeks to gain a detailed understanding of parents’ views and experiences […]
Autopsy Study
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777The Stillbirth Foundation was fortunate to be able to assist a study in Queensland that considered the decision making process of parents in relation to autopsy. This was presented as a poster at the International Stillbirth Alliance’s Conference in Birmingham in October 2007.
Stillbirth Literature Review
/0 Comments/in Completed Research Projects /by main_host_777In July 2007, the Stillbirth Foundation was thrilled to have part-funded a stillbirth literature review to be conducted by Dr Vicki Flenady of the Mater Mother’s Hospital Brisbane, in partnership with ANZSA. This study cost $47,000 and involved a review of all the available published studies into stillbirth throughout the world. Surprisingly this review has […]