Table 1 Outline of the different steps of the DA for perinatal counseling

1

General information on imminent extreme premature labor

2

Explanation of the two options: early intensive care or palliative comfort of the neonate

3

Consequences of early intensive care after birth (such as: NICU admission, ventilation but also social consequences)

4

Consequences of comfort care (such as: no need for invasive procedures, expected death within hours after birth)

5

Information on mortality rates

6

Risks and long-term results of extreme premature infants on neurodevelopmental and physical level, as well as visual and hearing problems

7

Comparison page

8

Important points

9

My choice