Parents' experiences of receiving their child's diagnosis of congenital heart disease: A systematic review and meta‐synthesis of the qualitative literature
Shannon Dandy,
Anja Wittkowski,
Craig D. Murray
Abstract:PurposeThis systematic review aimed to synthesize qualitative research on parents' psychological experiences following their child's diagnosis of congenital heart disease (CHD).MethodsA systematic search of six electronic databases (CINAHL, Embase, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, PubMed and Web of Science) was completed, inclusive of all years up to May 2022. Any included articles were synthesized using thematic synthesis and appraised using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme Qualitative Checklist.ResultsTwenty‐six ar… Show more
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