The obstetrics and gynaecological distress measurement scale: a promising tool for improving obstetrics care

Aditi U. Kulkarni; Tanvi D. Kothiwale; Elisa T. Moras

doi:10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20231913

Authors

Aditi U. Kulkarni Dr. Khanade Hospital, Pune Maharashtra, India
Tanvi D. Kothiwale Dr. Khanade Hospital, Pune Maharashtra, India
Elisa T. Moras Dr. Khanade Hospital, Pune Maharashtra, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20231913

Keywords:

Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Psychology, Distress, Stress, Mental Health, Physical health

Abstract

Background: Screening done on obstetrics patients is based on a few scales which are not targeted towards the population, thus a need for a targeted tool was necessary especially for the Indian population where these issues are high and care provided lacks in quality.

Methods: A top down survey was conducted followed by a brief interview. A pilot study was then done out of which specific items were selected.

Results: Cronbach's alpha yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.907. Split-half coefficient yielded a high level of internal consistency with a value of 0.867. The convergent validity was 0.62.

Conclusions: The OGDMS is a valuable tool for identifying potential psychological distress in women needing obstetrics care. OGDMS is a unified tool for doctors, psychologists, and patients to identify potential problem areas related to mental health.

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