Qualitative research on disease information needs of patients undergoing in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer

Objective To explore the disease information needs and treatment experience of patients undergoing in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer (IVF-ET). Methods A semi-structured interview was conducted with 20 patients undergoing IVF-ET. Data were analyzed based on phenomenological research method. Results The disease information needs of patients undergoing IVF-ET were classified into four stages: establishing a medical record stage, ovulation monitoring stage, taking the egg stage, embryo transfer stage. Conclusion The problem of patients undergoing IVF-ET was significant, and their treatment experience was worthy of attention. Key words: In vitro fertilization and embryo transfer (IVF-ET); Information needs; Qualitative research