P-554 Examination of Mobile Applications Specific to Infertile Couples Through the “APPLICATIONS” Scoring System in Holistic and Utility Perspectives

Abstract Study question Does mobile applications (apps) developed for infertile couples have a holistic and utility characteristic? Summary answer Many mobil apps in the field of fertility limited features very few relevant, understandable, were present individuals. What is known already In an increasingly technological world, offer promising alternatives to support couples’ treatment. Infertile can use these with aim manage lifestyle, learn about fertility, follow clinical appointments, receive psychological support, or seek peer support. For increasing efficiency this applications, approach should be considered. Human whole biological, physiological, psychological, social spiritual dimensions treatment process all are highly crucial. Thus, purpose study was evaluate perspectives by using “APPLICATIONS” app scoring system. design, size, duration The systematic evaluation related it conducted via platform. To determine relevant search on Google Play Apple App Store “infertility”, “fertility”, “in vitro fertilization”, “IVF”, “sterility” “fecundity” key words.The twice 1-year intervals, February 2021 March 2022. total from 1917 reached apps; 1841 excluded, 76 eligible evaluated. Participants/materials, setting, methods Mobile independently evaluated two authors APPLICATIONS system consists objective criteria such as comprehensiveness (holistic approach), fee, subscription, evidence-based information, purchasing, connection, advertising, text area, interplatform suitability, images/shapes videos, app-specific subjective instance presentation ease navigation app. Consequently maximum score 17. Main results role chance its keywords. Seventy-six meeting inclusion analyzed according Of analysis, 18 available only (23%), 28 (36%), 30 both platforms (41%). Among app, we determined that one received 16 points out 17 points, 15 each. Also, lowest earned 4 points. According overall composite scores, evaluable our showed scores middle range possible average 9 17, indicating insufficient quality apps. Besides that, six (%7.8) meet full scores. 31.5% healthcare professional, software company, 38% unknown entity. addition, 48% specific couples, 45% women, 7% men. Limitations, reasons caution Because nature digital environment, continuously changing rapidly developing internet currently, newly not analysis. This limitation study. Wider implications findings Using health help improve outcomes. Healthcare professionals aware widespread correct faulty practice recommendations patients may encounter, guided practices. Trial registration number applicable