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Gender‐inclusive practice in pregnancy determination for transgender, gender diverse and non‐binary patients in medical imaging.

Authors :
Badawy, Mohamed K
Dadoo, Prisha
Grossmann, Kristy
Lane, Riki
Colon‐Cabrera, David
Source :
Journal of Medical Imaging & Radiation Oncology. Sep2023, Vol. 67 Issue 6, p625-633. 9p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Summary: In recent years, there has been an increased awareness and understanding of the varying gender identities within our society. Consequently, there has also been a need for healthcare providers to be cognizant of the unique needs of a gender‐diverse population. Determining the pregnancy status of transgender, gender‐diverse and non‐binary patients in medical imaging settings has been poorly handled, and there is a lack of standardisation in the Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand setting. The potential risk of exposing a gender‐diverse pregnant patient to ionising radiation increases the need for guidance to ensure potentially pregnant persons are not missed during screening questionnaires. This review article explores various approaches to pregnancy status determination for gender‐diverse patients, recognising the complexities involved and emphasising the need for future work to establish a widely accepted solution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
17549477
Volume :
67
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Medical Imaging & Radiation Oncology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
172302198
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/1754-9485.13551