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Information and communication about autopsy following stillbirth

Responsive care for bereaved parents who are making a decision on their stillborn baby’s autopsy.

  • Brief

    This study assesses the gaps in the provision of sensitive and responsive care for bereaved parents who are making a decision on their stillborn baby’s autopsy. 

  • Background

    This study seeks to gain a detailed understanding of parents’ views and experiences related to autopsy decisions following stillbirth. In doing so, it will identify gaps in the provision of sensitive and responsive care and how these might be addressed so as to meet the needs of bereaved parents. 

  • More information

    Find more information about this study here.

  • Key contributors

    Research institution: University of Queensland
    Chief Investigator: Associate Professor Fran Boyle
    Other Investigators: Associate Professor Vicki Flenady, Dr Dell Horey, Ms Belinda Jennings, Professor Yee Khong, Ms Trish Wilson, Ms Ibinaboo Ibiebele, Professor David Elwood 

  • Funding amount

    $55,495