Experiences Related to Prenatal Testing Among Japanese Mothers of Children With Disabilities

Kimura, Miyako

doi:10.1080/23293691.2018.1490082

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“…NIPT was introduced in Japan in 2013. There was increase in the total prevalence for prenatal testing from 3% in 2008 to 5.3% in 2013 [31,32]. A total of 44,644 pregnant women underwent NIPT by the end of March 2017 [32] There is no comprehensive policy on prenatal testing and NIPT in Japan.…”

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“…There was increase in the total prevalence for prenatal testing from 3% in 2008 to 5.3% in 2013 [31,32]. A total of 44,644 pregnant women underwent NIPT by the end of March 2017 [32] There is no comprehensive policy on prenatal testing and NIPT in Japan. In addition, NIPT is primarily paid out of pocket by individuals who need it, despite the cost of NIPT in Japan being among the highest in the world [32].…”

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“…A total of 44,644 pregnant women underwent NIPT by the end of March 2017 [32] There is no comprehensive policy on prenatal testing and NIPT in Japan. In addition, NIPT is primarily paid out of pocket by individuals who need it, despite the cost of NIPT in Japan being among the highest in the world [32]. Thus, NIPT in Japan is only recommended for pregnant women with known high risks of foetal abnormalities [2].…”

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Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT): Reliability, Challenges, and Future Directions

Jayashankar

Nasaruddin

Hassan³

et al. 2023

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Non-invasive prenatal testing was first discovered in 1988; it was primarily thought to be able to detect common aneuploidies, such as Patau syndrome (T13), Edward Syndrome (T18), and Down syndrome (T21). It comprises a simple technique involving the analysis of cell-free foetal DNA (cffDNA) obtained through maternal serum, using advances in next-generation sequencing. NIPT has shown promise as a simple and low-risk screening test, leading various governments and private organizations worldwide to dedicate significant resources towards its integration into national healthcare initiatives as well as the formation of consortia and research studies aimed at standardizing its implementation. This article aims to review the reliability of NIPT while discussing the current challenges prevalent among different communities worldwide.

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Section: Japanmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Japanmentioning

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Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT): Reliability, Challenges, and Future Directions

Jayashankar

Nasaruddin

Hassan³

et al. 2023

Diagnostics

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“…Similarly, in Hong Kong, NIPT has been integrated into the public health system as a second-tier screening option for highrisk pregnancies (11). In Japan, the introduction of NIPT in 2013 has gradually increased its prevalence in prenatal care, demonstrating the country's evolving approach to maternal and fetal health (12,13). Implementation studies in Japan have shown a significant reduction in invasive procedures, underscoring NIPT's potential to enhance prenatal diagnostic processes while ensuring safety and costeffectiveness (14).…”

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Insights Into Down Syndrome Screening and Diagnostic Test Preferences Among Pregnant Women: Findings from a Cross-Sectional Study in Vietnam

Tang,

Tran,

et al. 2024

J Nurs Midwifery Sci

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Background: Screening for Down syndrome (DS) conducted in the first trimester provides essential information for expectant parents and healthcare providers to make informed decisions about further diagnostic testing and potential interventions. Objectives: This study aimed to explore the preferences and influential factors for subsequent screening and diagnostic tests among Vietnamese women at risk for DS, including non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) and amniocentesis. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from January 2022 to January 2023 with 125 pregnant women selected through convenience sampling at a public hospital in Vietnam. Data were collected from standardized medical records and analysis forms for each participant who underwent first-trimester Double test screening at the healthcare center. Participants were stratified by DS risk thresholds ranging from 1/51 to 1/1000. Chi-square and Fisher's exact tests were used to compare the acceptance rate of screening tests between groups. Logistic regression was utilized to explore factors related to participants' preferences. Results: The majority (71.2%) of participants were under 35 years old. The prevalence of consenting to further tests was 69.7% in the high-risk group (95% CI: [54.02%, 85.38%]) and 67.4% in the moderate-risk group (95% CI: [57.81%, 76.97%]), with all participants in the moderate-risk group selecting NIPT. In the high-risk group, 65.22% preferred NIPT and 34.78% chose amniocentesis. The key reasons for declining further testing included a preference for ultrasound monitoring (70%), financial constraints (7.5%), and religious beliefs (10%). Chi-square analysis indicated a statistically significant variation in diagnostic test selection by age group, with younger women more likely to choose NIPT (P < 0.0001). Conclusions: There is a marked preference for NIPT over invasive methods, especially among younger moderately risk women. These results emphasize the need for individualized counseling and education, as well as increased support for noninvasive testing options through healthcare policy and insurance coverage.

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Implementation of Noninvasive Prenatal Screening (NIPS) in Clinical Practice: Comparison of Developed Versus Developing Countries

Gupta,

Bhardwaj,

Panigrahi

2024

Non-Invasive Prenatal Screening (NIPS) in Clinical Practice

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Experiences Related to Prenatal Testing Among Japanese Mothers of Children With Disabilities

Cited by 4 publications

References 16 publications

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT): Reliability, Challenges, and Future Directions

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT): Reliability, Challenges, and Future Directions

Insights Into Down Syndrome Screening and Diagnostic Test Preferences Among Pregnant Women: Findings from a Cross-Sectional Study in Vietnam

Implementation of Noninvasive Prenatal Screening (NIPS) in Clinical Practice: Comparison of Developed Versus Developing Countries

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