posted on 2023-03-28, 18:26authored bySaaliha Vali, Benjamin P Jones, Srdjan Saso, J Richard Smith
Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the change if any, in the motivations of women seeking
a UTx and determine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A cross-sectional survey. Results:
59% of women answered they were more motivated in achieving a pregnancy following the COVID-19
pandemic. 80% strongly agreed or agreed the pandemic had no impact on their motivation for a UTx,
and 75% strongly agreed or agreed their desire for a baby strongly outweighs the risks of undergoing a
UTx during a pandemic. Conclusion:Women continue to express a high level of motivation and desire for
a UTx despite the risks imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Funding
Funding was received from Womb Transplant UK (registered charity no. 1138559). This was solely used to fund the survey platform to collect responses. The authors have no other relevant affiliations or financial involvement with any organization or entity with a financial interest in or financial conflict with the subject matter or materials discussed in the manuscript apart from those disclosed.