scholarly journals Prospective assessment of vacuum deliveries from midpelvic station in a tertiary care university hospital: Frequency, failure rates, labor characteristics and maternal and neonatal complications

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (11) ◽  
pp. e0259926
Author(s):  
Meryam Sugulle ◽  
Erna Halldórsdóttir ◽  
Janne Kvile ◽  
Line Sissel Dahlgaard Berntzen ◽  
Anne Flem Jacobsen
Keyword(s):  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Failure Rate ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Vacuum Extraction ◽  
Delivery Mode ◽  
Failure Rates ◽  
Fourth Degree ◽  
Neonatal Complications ◽  
Perineal Tears ◽  
Increased Risk

Background Midpelvic vacuum extractions are controversial due to reports of increased risk of maternal and perinatal morbidity and high failure rates. Prospective studies of attempted midpelvic vacuum outcomes are scarce. Our main aims were to assess frequency, failure rates, labor characteristics, maternal and neonatal complications of attempted midpelvic vacuum deliveries, and to compare labor characteristics and complications between successful and failed midpelvic vacuum deliveries. Study design Clinical data were obtained prospectively from all attempted vacuum deliveries (n = 891) over a one-year period with a total of 6903 births (overall cesarean section rate 18.2% (n = 1258). Student’s t-test, Mann-Whitney U-test or Chi-square test for group differences were used as appropriate. Odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals are given as indicated. The uni- and multivariable analysis were conducted both as a complete case analysis and with a multiple imputation approach. A p-value of <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results Attempted vacuum extractions from midpelvic station constituted 36.7% (n = 319) of all attempted vacuum extractions (12.9% (n = 891) of all births). Of these 319 midpelvic vacuum extractions, 11.3% (n = 36) failed and final delivery mode was cesarean section in 86.1% (n = 31) and forceps in the remaining 13.9% (n = 5). Successful completion of midpelvic vacuum by 3 pulls or fewer was achieved in 67.1%. There were 3.9% third-degree and no fourth-degree perineal tears. Cup detachments were associated with a significantly increased failure rate (adjusted OR 6.13, 95% CI 2.41–15.56, p< 0.001). Conclusion In our study, attempted midpelvic vacuum deliveries had relatively low failure rate, the majority was successfully completed within three pulls and they proved safe to perform as reflected by a low rate of third-degree perineal tears. We provide data for nuanced counseling of women on vacuum extraction as a second stage delivery option in comparable obstetric management settings with relatively high vacuum delivery rates and low cesarean section rates.

Surgical-Site Infections Following Cesarean Section in an Estonian University Hospital: Postdischarge Surveillance and analysis of Risk Factors

2005 ◽  
Vol 26 (5) ◽  
pp. 449-454 ◽  
Author(s):  
Piret Mitt ◽  
Katrin Lang ◽  
Aira Peri ◽  
Matti Maimets
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Surgical Site Infections ◽  
Fetal Monitoring ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Multi Method Approach ◽  
Method Approach

AbstractObjectives:To evaluate a multi-method approach to postdischarge surveillance of surgical-site infections (SSIs) and to identify infection rates and risk factors associated with SSI following cesarean section.Design:Cross-sectional survey.Setting:Academic tertiary-care obstetric and gynecology center with 54 beds.Patients:All women who delivered by cesarean section in Tartu University Women's Clinic during 2002.Methods:Infections were identified during hospital stay or by postdischarge survey using a combination of telephone calls, healthcare worker questionnaire, and outpatient medical records review. SSI was diagnosed according to the criteria of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Nosocomial Infections Surveillance System.Results:The multi-method approach gave a follow-up rate of 94.8%. Of 305 patients, 19 (6.2%; 95% confidence interval [CI95)], 3.8-9.6) had SSIs. Forty-two percent of these SSIs were detected during postdischarge surveillance. We found three variables associated with increased risk for developing SSI: internal fetal monitoring (odds ratio [OR], 16.6; CI95, 2.2-125.8; P = .007), chorioamnionitis (OR, 8.8; CI95, 1.1-69.6; P = .04), and surgical wound classes III and IV (OR, 3.8; CI95, 1.2-11.8; P=.02).Conclusions:The high response rate validated the effectiveness of this kind of surveillance method and was most suitable in current circumstances. A challenge exists to decrease the frequency of internal fetal monitoring and to treat chorioamnionitis as soon as possible (Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol 2005;26:449-454).

scholarly journals PREDICTORS OF MORTALITY IN CHILDREN WITH CYSTIC FIBROSIS

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hardeep Kaur ◽  
Shivam Pandey ◽  
Kana Jat ◽  
RAKESH LODHA ◽  
Sushil Kabra
Keyword(s):  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Early Diagnosis ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
P Value ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Indian Children ◽  
Neonatal Complications ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Low Bmi

Background: There is a lack of studies on outcomes in cystic fibrosis (CF) in children from developing countries like India. Identifying risk factors for mortality may help identify the high-risk group and plan policy management of such patients. Objective: To determine the factors associated with outcomes among Indian children with CF. Design: Retrospective analysis of data collected from January 2010 to Dec 2020. Setting: Tertiary care hospital in Northern India. Participants: Children diagnosed with CF during the study period. Methods: We extracted data related to demography, clinical features, laboratory data and outcome from children’s medical records with CF. Bivariate and multivariate analysis was performed to identify variables associated with mortality. Results: We enrolled 178 children, and there were 32 (18.0%) deaths. Significant factors associated with mortality included history of neonatal complications; hazard ratio (HR): 8.5 (95% CI, 3.0 - 23.9, p < 0.001), low Z-scores for body mass index (BMI) at the time of diagnosis; HR: 7.1 (95% CI 2.3 - 22.0, p < 0.001), FEV1/FVC at the time of diagnosis; HR: 5.1 (95% CI, 1.65 - 15.4, p-value < 0.004), and FEV1 25-75; HR: 3.6 (95% CI, 1.1- 11.8, p-value = 0.03). Conclusions: Factors associated with increased risk of mortality included presence of neonatal complications, low BMI and lower pulmonary function test results. Low BMI and low PFT indices are modifiable and possibly can be improved by early diagnosis. A new-born screening test may help in early diagnosis and identification of the neonatal problem of CF.

scholarly journals A cross sectional observational study to evaluate the maternal and fetal outcome in postdated pregnancies

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 159
Author(s):  
Ritika Narayan ◽  
Sheela S. R.
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Fetal Distress ◽  
Perinatal Complications ◽  
Tertiary Care Centre ◽  
Maternal Complications ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Increased Risk

Background: Post-dated pregnancy is when the gestation is more than 40 weeks or 280 days. They last longer than the estimated date of delivery. Postdated pregnancies are associated with increased perinatal and maternal complications. These risks are greater than it was originally thought. Risks have been underestimated in the past leading to increasing number of complicated postdated pregnancies which appears to be otherwise low risk. The maternal risks are very often underappreciated resulting in increased maternal morbidity.Methods: This cross sectional observational study was done to evaluate maternal and fetal complications associated with Postdated pregnancies was carried out in the department of obstetrics and gynecology in a tertiary care centre, Sir Devraj Urs Medical College and RL Jalappa Hospital, Kolar between July 2018 and July 2019, fulfilling all the inclusion and exclusion criteria.Results: 50 out of 100 patients had full term normal deliveries where as 45% patients required cesarean section. Most common indication for cesarean section was meconium stained liquor with fetal distress (25%). 42% of the babies born needed NICU admission. Most common maternal complication seen was Postpartum Hemorrhage.Conclusions: The present study we conclude that postdated pregnancy was associated with significant risk of perinatal complications such as fetal distress, meconium aspiration syndrome and IUGR. There was increased risk of obstetric complications as well like atonic PPH, oligohydramnios, obstructed labor.

The Impact of Sperm and Egg Donation on the Risk of Pregnancy Complications

2018 ◽  
Vol 36 (02) ◽  
pp. 205-211 ◽  
Author(s):  
Baha Sibai ◽  
Yossi Bart ◽  
Avi Shina ◽  
Shali Mazaki-Tovi ◽  
Irit Eisen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Preterm Labor ◽  
Intrauterine Insemination ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Egg Donation ◽  
Obstetric Outcomes ◽  
Donor Sperm ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
The Impact

Objective The aim of this study was to evaluate obstetric outcomes in relation to the extent of donor sperm exposure with and without egg donation. Materials and Methods This is a retrospective cohort study in a single tertiary care center. All women with a singleton pregnancy who conceived following sperm donation (SD) were included. Obstetrics and neonatal outcomes for pregnancies following single SD were compared with pregnancies following repeat SD from the same donor. In a secondary analysis, we compared pregnancy outcomes among three modes of assisted reproductive technology (intrauterine insemination [IUI-SD], in vitro fertilization [IVF-SD], and IVF sperm + egg donation [IVF-SD + ED]). Results A total of 706 pregnant women met the inclusion criteria, 243 (34.4%) following the first SD and 463 (65.6%) following repeat donations. Compared with repeat SDs, single donation was not associated with higher rates of preterm delivery (12.8 vs. 12.7%, respectively, p = 0.99), preeclampsia (7.0 vs. 6.9%, p = 0.999), and intrauterine growth restriction (4.1 vs. 3.9%, p = 0.88). Pregnancies following IVF-SD + ED had increased risk for preeclampsia (adjusted odds ratio [AOR], 3.1; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.5–6.6), preterm labor (AOR, 2.4; 95% CI, 1.1–5.4), and cesarean section (AOR, 2.1; 95% CI, 1.0–4.3) compared with IUI-SD and IVF-SD. Conclusion The extent of donor sperm exposure did not correlate with obstetrics complications, but double gamete donation was associated with increased risk for preeclampsia, preterm labor, and cesarean section.

Risk Factors for Surgical-Site Infections Following Cesarean Section

2001 ◽  
Vol 22 (10) ◽  
pp. 613-617 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carol A. Killian ◽  
Eileen M. Graffunder ◽  
Timothy J. Vinciguerra ◽  
Richard A. Venezia
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Antibiotic Prophylaxis ◽  
Multiple Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Surgical Site Infections ◽  
Cesarean Sections ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Active Labor ◽  
Prenatal Visits

AbstractObjective:To identify risk factors associated with surgical-site infections (SSIs) following cesarean sections.Design:Prospective cohort study.Setting:High-risk obstetrics and neonatal tertiary-care center in upstate New York.Patients:Population-based sample of 765 patients who underwent cesarean sections at our facility during 6-month periods each year from 1996 through 1998.Methods:Prospective surgical-site surveillance was conducted using methodology of the National Nosocomial Infections Surveillance System. Infections were identified during admission, within 30 days following the cesarean section, by read-mission to the hospital or by a postdischarge survey.Results:Multiple logistic-regression analysis identified four factors independently associated with an increased risk of SSI following cesarean section: absence of antibiotic prophylaxis (odds ratio [OR], 2.63; 95% confidence interval [CI95], 1.50-4.6; P=.008); surgery time (OR, 1.01; CI95, 1.00-1.02; P=.04); <7 prenatal visits (OR, 3.99; CI95, 1.74-9.15; P=.001); and hours of ruptured membranes (OR, 1.02; CI95,1.01-1.03; P=.04).Patients given antibiotic prophylaxis had significantly lower infection rates than patients who did not receive antibiotic prophylaxis (F=02), whether or not active labor or ruptured membranes were present.Conclusion:Among the variables identified as risk factors for SSI, only two have the possibility to be changed through interventions. Antibiotic prophylaxis would benefit all cesarean patients regardless of active labor or ruptured membranes and would decrease morbidity and length of stay. Women's healthcare professionals also must continue to encourage pregnant women to start prenatal visits early in the pregnancy and to maintain scheduled visits throughout the pregnancy to prevent perinatal complications, including postoperative infection.

scholarly journals Myomectomy at the time of Cesarean Section: A Prospective Multicentre Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-22
Author(s):  
Nargis Akther ◽  
Shereen Yousuf ◽  
Rashida Khatun ◽  
Nargis Fatema ◽  
Khairun Nahar
Keyword(s):  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Post Partum ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Length Of Hospital Stay ◽  
Uterine Wall ◽  
Multi Centre Study ◽  
Prospective Multicentre Study ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Cesarean Myomectomy ◽  
Hospital Study

Background: Myomectomy can be performed during cesarean section. Objective: The purpose of the present study was to assess the safety and efficacy of myomectomy during cesarean section. Methodology: The study design was a prospective multi-centre study done in three tertiary care hospitals Dhaka Medical Collage, BSMMU & private Hospital in Dhaka City. The subject were 65 pregnant women elective or emergency myomectomy during cesarean section. All cesarean section myomectomy were performed by consultants. Intra-operative and post-operative complications such as change in haematocrit, length of operation, blood loss were estimated. Length of hospital stay was also recorded. Results: 79 Fibroid of various sizes (2 to 6cm) were removed from 65 women. Fibroid were on the anterior uterine wall with most being sub serous and intra mural. Four patients had one unit of whole blood transfusion in post-operative period. No hysterectomy was done at the time of cesarean section. There was no significant change of haematocrit: incidence of post-operative fever and duration of operation. The mean duration of post-operative hospital study was 7.3±1.2 days, 5 patients subsequently became pregnant, were also underwent repeated cesarean section in the study period. Conclusion: In selected cases myomectomy during cesarean section does not appear to result in an increased risk of intrapartum or short-term post-partum morbidity if performed by an experienced practitioner. Cesarean myomectomy is a safe surgical options with no significant complications. Journal of Current and Advance Medical Research 2019;6(1):18-22

scholarly journals Maternal and perinatal outcome of teenage pregnancy in a tertiary care centre

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 26-29
Author(s):  
Anjali Subedi ◽  
Junu Shrestha ◽  
Aashika Shrestha ◽  
Sangeeta Gurung
Keyword(s):  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Teenage Pregnancy ◽  
Perinatal Outcome ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Normal Vaginal Delivery ◽  
Tertiary Care Centre ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Nicu Admission

Aims: To evaluate the maternal and perinatal outcome in adolescent pregnancy,Method: This was a cross-sectional study conducted in Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Manipal Teaching Hospital, Pokhara from October 2017 to March 2018 for duration of 6 months.Results: There were total 82 cases of teenage pregnancy in the study duration with incidence of  6% among total deliveries. Majority of cases were of age 19 and were primigravida. Fifty five percent of the cases had normal vaginal delivery and cesarean section accounted for 39% of cases. The major indication for cesarean section was meconium stained liquor (52%) followed by oligohydraminos (15%) and cephalopelvic disproportion (11%). The maternal complication accounted for 59% of total cases. Among them, anaemia was highly prevalent comprising 11% of cases followed by PPROM (9.8%) and hypertensive disorders in pregnancy (8.5%). In perinatal outcome, the incidence of preterm birth was 15.9% and low birth weight was 13.4%. The rate of NICU admission was 2.4% and there was one case of still birth.Conclusion: The study showed that teenage pregnancy is at increased risk of adverse maternal and perinatal outcome. So if we lay an effort for reducing the incidence of teenage pregnancy, we can bring in positive changes in the indicators of maternal and perinatal morbidities.

scholarly journals Second-generation antipsychotics and pregnancy complications

2019 ◽  
Vol 76 (1) ◽  
pp. 107-115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Ellfolk ◽  
Maarit K. Leinonen ◽  
Mika Gissler ◽  
Anna-Maria Lahesmaa-Korpinen ◽  
Leena Saastamoinen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Pregnancy Complications ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Large For Gestational Age ◽  
Birth Cohort Study ◽  
Sampling Frame ◽  
Neonatal Complications ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Increased Risk

Abstract Purpose To study if second-generation antipsychotic (S-GA) use during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of pregnancy and neonatal complications. Methods A population-based birth cohort study using national register data extracted from the “Drugs and Pregnancy” database in Finland, years 1996–2016. The sampling frame included 1,181,090 pregnant women and their singleton births. Women were categorized into three groups: exposed to S-GAs during pregnancy (n = 4225), exposed to first-generation antipsychotics (F-GAs) during pregnancy (n = 1576), and unexposed (no purchases of S-GAs or F-GAs during pregnancy, n = 21,125). Pregnancy outcomes in S-GA users were compared with those in the two comparison groups using multiple logistic regression models. Results Comparing S-GA users with unexposed ones, the risk was increased for gestational diabetes (adjusted odds ratio, OR 1.43; 95% CI 1.25–1.65), cesarean section (OR 1.35; 95% CI 1.18–1.53), being born large for gestational age (LGA) (OR 1.57; 95% CI 1.14–2.16), and preterm birth (OR 1.29; 95% CI 1.03–1.62). The risk for these outcomes increased further with continuous S-GA use. Infants in the S-GA group were also more likely to suffer from neonatal complications. Comparing S-GA users with the F-GA group, the risk of cesarean section and LGA was higher (OR 1.25, 95% CI 1.03–1.51; and OR 1.89, 95% CI 1.20–2.99, respectively). Neonatal complications did not differ between the S-GA and F-GA groups. Conclusions Prenatal exposure to S-GAs is associated with an increased risk of pregnancy complications related to impaired glucose metabolism. Neonatal problems are common and occur similarly in S-GA and F-GA users.

scholarly journals Dissection of the uterine wall in a scarred uterus: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanne J. M. Zilver ◽  
Wouter Wegdam ◽  
Angelo B. Hooker
Keyword(s):  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Uterine Rupture ◽  
Fetal Distress ◽  
Uterine Wall ◽  
Emergency Laparotomy ◽  
Vacuum Extraction ◽  
Trial Of Labor ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Clinical Consequences ◽  
Scarred Uterus

AbstractUterine rupture is a potentially fatal complication during pregnancy, delivery, or postpartum. Women attempting a trial of labor after a cesarean section have an increased risk of a subsequent rupture. We report a case of a 24-year-old woman, gravida 2 para 1 with a previous cesarean section who underwent a trial of labor. During labor she complained of pain while labor progressed rapidly. Because of signs of fetal distress, a vacuum extraction was performed. Two hours after delivery, the patient complained again of severe abdominal pain. Blood accumulated in a previously non-existent area between the serosa and uterine muscle. A dissection of the uterine wall occurred with serious clinical consequences, compatible with a complete uterine rupture. Emergency laparotomy was performed to repair the uterine wall; a hysterectomy was prevented.

scholarly journals LOWER SEGMENT CESAREAN SECTION (LSCS);

2013 ◽  
Vol 20 (06) ◽  
pp. 916-923
Author(s):  
NAZIA MUSSARAT ◽  
SAIMA QURASHI ◽  
MAHNAZ ROOHI
Keyword(s):  
Caesarean Section ◽  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Placenta Previa ◽  
Caesarean Section Rate ◽  
Elective Caesarean Section ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Breech Delivery ◽  
Lower Segment Cesarean Section ◽  
Increased Risk

Introduction: Caesarean section is one of the commonly performed surgical procedures in obstetric and is certainly one ofthe oldest operations in surgery. Recently there has been a dramatic rise in the caesarean section rate world wide especially in thedeveloped countries. As primary caesarean deliveries contributed most to the overall caesarean section rate (CSR). So this is clear thatprimary caesarean section is an important target for reduction because it leads to an increased risk for repeat caesarean delivery.Objectives: To have an overview of fetomaternal indications for LSCS at a teaching hospital And to review intra-operative and postoperativecomplications of LSCS at tertiary care centre. Material And Methods: All caesarean sections performed at Obstetrics andGynecology Unit Independent University Hospital Faisalabad from January 2009 to December 2010 were reviewed. Information wasobtained from operation theater and labor ward records. Results: During the study period 100 patients undergone caesarean section. Outof 100 patients, 58(58%) had emergency and 42(42%) had elective caesarean section. The leading maternal indications were previouscaesarean section 34 (34%), severe pre- eclampsia 6(6%),post date& failed induction of labor6 (6%), placenta previa 6(6%), and failureof progression of labor 5(5%), PROM3(3%), Pre-PROM3(3%)and cephalopelvic disproportion2 (2%).Major fetal indications include fetaldistress9 (9%), malpresentation 6(6%), cord prolapse 3(3%),IUGR 5(5%) and pregnancy complicated by multiple fetuses 7 (7%). Intraoperativesurgical and anesthetic complications were observed in very few patients. Nine babies had perinatal deaths in this study, 8belonged to emergency and only one baby died in elective group due to aspiration pneumonia. Conclusions: Majority of cesarean sectionare done in emergency situations and previous CS is the most frequent indication of cesarean section. The most effective mean to controlCS is the prevention of first caesarean section which could be achieved by adopting the policy of trial of vaginal birth after previous Csection,selective vaginal breech delivery and regular audit of C-section as well as early detection of at risk cases and proper referral intime is the key factor in decreasing the cesarean section rate and complications.

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