Publication:

Knowledge and attitude of pre-conception and pre-natal diagnostic technique act (PCPNDT) in pregnant women of Indore at tertiary referral center

Background This study was conducted to know the knowledge and attitude pregnant females have about pre-conception and pre-natal diagnostic technique act.

Methods Study was conducted in Sri Aurobindo Institute of Medical Sciences, Indore, a tertiary referral centre, with a pre-structured questionnaire, consisted of 130 patients. Data collected was reviewed and statistically analysed.

Results Mean age was 27-28 years, with large number 70(53.8%) of females weren’t aware about the act but were willing to impose a strict law 124(95.4%), want to motivate others 112 (86.2%) and didn’t want sex determination 114 (87.7%).

Conclusions However, majority of females weren’t aware of the act but did show positive attitude towards the law. Further a comprehensive publicised campaign is warranted to spread the awareness.