scholarly journals Caesarean section: its rates and indications at a tertiary referral center in Eastern Nepal

1970 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 179-183
Author(s):  
S Chhetri ◽  
U Singh

Background: There has been a sustained increase in the rate of caesarean section in the last few years around the world. Data regarding the current caesarean rate and the trends of its indications in eastern Nepal have not been estimated earlier. Aim: To assess the rate of caesarean sections and the varying indications for caesarean section in a tertiary referral center in eastern Nepal. Methods: All hospital deliveries that took place in BPKIHS between January 2006 and December 2007 were recorded to assess the caesarean section rate and its indications. Results: A total of 5330 deliveries were conducted in 2006. Likewise the total number of deliveries conducted in 2007 was 6634. In 2006 caesarean sections were performed in 28.6% (1524) of all patients. The rate of caesarean sections in 2007 increased and was 33.7% (2239). The most common indication for caesarean section was meconiumstained liquor, which constituted 23.4% (883). The next frequent indication was previous caesarean section, which accounted for 17.2% (650), followed by breech presentation in 11.1% (417), fetal distress in 9.6% (364), non-progress of labor in 7.2% (270), cephalopelvic disproportion in 6.2% (234, and placenta previa in 4.4% (165). Conclusions: There is a increasing trend of performing cesarean section in the tertiary referral center in east era Nepal. The most common indication for cesarean section is meconium-stained liquor. Keywords: Caesarean section; caesarean delivery rates; Nepal DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/hren.v9i3.5587   HR 2011; 9(3): 179-183

2021 ◽  
pp. 7-8
Author(s):  
Kumari Nisha ◽  
Renu Jha ◽  
Kumudini Jha ◽  
Debarshi Jana

Background: Caesarean section is the most commonly performed major surgery among women. The aims and objective of this study was to know the incidence of primary Caesarean section in multigravidas, its indications and to know the maternal and foetal outcome among these patients. Methodology: This was an observational study conducted at Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital, Laheriasarai, Bihar. Aim of the study was to study the indication, maternal and fetal outcome in primary cesarean in multiparous women. All multiparous women admitted for delivery were included in the study Results: The total number of deliveries were 3064 and cesarean section were 1026 (33%).The total number of primary cesarean section in multiparous women were 84 constituting 2.7%. In this study, majority of women were Gravida 2. 91.6% of the cases were underwent emergency cesarean section and anesthesia was spinal. Majority of patients were between age group of 22 to 27 yrs (70%). Indications for cesarean section in our study were severe oligohydroamnios (22%), fetal distress (15.4%), and breech presentation (14%), premature rupture of membrane (12%).Intra operative ndings were meconium stained liquor, post partum hemorrhage, thinned out lower segment and extension of incision. Out of 84 cases, 48 cases needed intra operative or immediate post operative blood transfusion. The post operative morbidity was present in 6 cases i.e paralytic ileus, puerperal fever, urinary tract infection and wound gaping. Majority of babies, weighed in the range of 2-3kgs (55%).Out of 84 cases 7 were causes were placenta previa, obstructed labor and fetal distress. Conclusion: Many unforeseen complications occur in women who previously had a normal vaginal delivery. It is recommended that all antenatal patients must be booked and receive proper and regular antenatal care. Also 100% deliveries in multigravida should be institutional deliveries in order to reduce maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality.


Author(s):  
Nkencho Osegi ◽  
Olakunle I. Makinde

Background: Monitoring caesarean sections at hospital level is essential to reduce unnecessary caesarean sections while still ensuring adequate access to caesarean section. This study was conducted to determine the caesarean section rate and indications for caesarean section at the study centre and provide objective data for institutional interventions towards reducing unnecessary caesarean sections in the centre.Methods: A retrospective descriptive study of patients that had caesarean sections between 1st January 2013 and 31st December 2017 at the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, Nigeria. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 22.Results: There were 5,793 deliveries and 1,654 were by caesarean section. The average caesarean section rate was 28.6%. The leading indications for caesarean section were cephalopelvic disproportion (26.6%), previous cesarean section (18.2%), suspected fetal distress (11.2%), severe preeclampsia/eclampsia (7.9%), obstructed labour (6%), and breech presentation (5.9%).Conclusions: The 28.6% caesarean section rate in this study falls within a widely varied rate across Nigeria at hospital level but is comparable to rates within the south-south geopolitical zone of Nigeria. The leading indications for caesarean section are modifiable, thus there is room for institutional intervention to reduce unnecessary caesarean sections. Collaborative research between institutions is required to assess peculiar regional determinants of caesarean section towards developing suitable interventions to reduce unnecessary caesarean sections regionally.


Author(s):  
Dhiviya Narbhavi T. ◽  
Cicily T. J. ◽  
Kala B. S.

Background: Oligohydramnios causes many intrapartum maternal and fetal complications. Intrapartum amnioinfusion effectively increases amniotic fluid volume and thereby decreases FH decelerations. The objective of this study was to compare the frequency of fetal heart decelerations and its perinatal outcome with and without amnioinfusion in patients with oligohydramnios and the cesarean rates for fetal distress between them.Methods: In study group, 100 patients in labour with AFI < 5 cm, oligohydramnios and IUGR with normal doppler, postdated pregnancies with AFI ≤ 5 cm with normal doppler were selected and prophylactic amnioinfusion with 300 ml lukewarm saline is given aseptically for 15 minutes after amniotomy. Continuous CTG monitoring done till delivery. If FH decelerations occur, the bolus was repeated up to 3 times. 100 age matched controls managed with conventional methods without amnioinfusion were selected retrospectively from labour room case records.Results: Incidence of FH decelerations was lower in study group (59% versus 84%). Cesarean section for fetal distress was reduced (20.9% versus 79.1%) Perinatal outcome was better. Babies with normal 1-minute Apgar was 86% compared to 75% in controls. Frequency of FH decelerations was reduced (20% versus 73%). Occurrence of 2 FH decelerations were 13% versus 33%, 3 FH decelerations were 7% versus 27% and > 3 times was 0% versus 13%.Conclusions: Prophylactic amnioinfusion can easily and effectively reduce the FH decelerations and caesarean section rate for fetal distress in oligohydramnios improving both maternal and fetal outcomes with negligible risks.


2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (07) ◽  
Author(s):  
Saeeda Bano ◽  
Myda Muzaffar ◽  
Masooma Zafar ◽  
Fareeha Yousaf

Introduction: Caesarean Section (CS) is a surgical procedure carried out for thedelivery of the baby when circumstances render the possibility of a safe vaginal birth. Thoughcaesarean section can be life-saving in many situations, its unnecessary use has become a globalhealth concern. For almost 3 decades, the ideal rate for caesarean sections was consideredto be between 10% and 15% but its consistently increasing frequency over the past years hasbrought it to limelight. Objective: To determine the frequency and indications of Caesareansection at DHQ Teaching Hospital, Sahiwal. Study Design: A Cross-sectional descriptive study.Setting: Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, DHQ Teaching Hospital, Sahiwal affiliatedwith Sahiwal Medical College, Sahiwal. Period: It was carried out over a period of 6 monthsfrom December, 2016 to May, 2017. Methods: All the caesarean sections carried out during thestudy duration were included. Both maternal and fetal indications were recorded. The patientsnot willing to participate were not included. Results: Out of the total, Caesarean Sectionaccounted for 44.7% of the total deliveries. 72.05 % were elective and 27.49% were emergencyprocedures. Most Common Indications were found out to be previous >2 C-Sections (36.4%),previous 1 C-Section (28.3%). Rest of them were breech presentation (2.69%), obstructed labor(1.68%), fetal distress (2.6%), placenta previa (8.08%), APH (2.02%), post-dated pregnancy(4.04%), uterine rupture (7.56%) and others (6.58%). Conclusion: It was concluded that >2previous C-Sections is the most common indication. The high frequency should be controlledby proper counselling and education of the mothers and families, regarding the complicationsof caesarean section.


2021 ◽  
pp. 20-24
Author(s):  
Ashraf M Ali ◽  
Sonal Garg ◽  
Papa Dasari

Background: Over the past few decades, the indications for Caesarean delivery have broadened thus increasing the rate of caesarean section beyond the set level of WHO. The indications vary in different health care facilities. It is essential to determine the factors responsible for increasing caesarean section rates. To Objectives: nd out the cesarean section rate based on urgency as per RCOG and gestational age as per the categorization of pregnancy by ACOG in a tertiary health care facility catering to large South Indian population. It also aimed to determine the associated conditions contributing for caesarean section. Retrospective analysis of women who underwent caesar Methods: ean section from Jan-2017 to June 2017. Data was analyzed with respect to gestational age, Urgency of caesarean section, maternal fetal indications, clinical characteristics and associated conditions. Neonatal outcomes measured were gestational age, birth weight and NICU admissions. Data was expressed as proportions and percentages. The CS Results: rate was 24.5% among7, 346 deliveries and 81% were emergency CS. Preterm Caesarean sections were done in 18% and term 81.5%. Category II CS were the commonest (49%) followed by Category I (32%). Scarred uterus was the most common indication (85%) for elective caesarean section and fetal distress was most common indication (55.7%) for emergency caesarean sections. The associated factors were prior Caesarean section (32%), Medical disorders in 21% and 2.4% prolonged infertility and ART conceptions. Obstetric conditions including mal presentation were responsible in 19%. On the whole fetal indications accounted for 62%. Conclusion: Fetal indications, especially fetal distress is the most common reason for caesarean section which may have contributed for increased rate of caesarean section. Hence following strict criteria for diagnosis of fetal distress and adopting policies for intrauterine resuscitation prior to decision making for cesarean section would contribute to reduction of CS rate at tertiary health care centers.


2013 ◽  
Vol 20 (06) ◽  
pp. 916-923
Author(s):  
NAZIA MUSSARAT ◽  
SAIMA QURASHI ◽  
MAHNAZ ROOHI

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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