Reunion island study reveals why parents choose life after down syndrome diagnosis

NCT ID NCT04811534

First seen Mar 26, 2026 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study interviewed 28 parents in Reunion Island who had a child with Down syndrome to understand why they chose not to have a medical termination of pregnancy. Researchers wanted to learn about the beliefs, values, and cultural or economic factors that influenced their decision. The goal is to better understand local attitudes and improve support for families.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU de la Réunion

    Saint-Denis, 97400, Reunion

  • CHU de la Réunion

    Saint-Pierre, 97448, Reunion

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