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Uterine ruptures in Yemen
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saudi Hospital, Hajjah, PO Box 2757, Yemen. diababdalla56@hotmail.com
Saudi Medical Journal
|March 17, 2005
Summary
Uterine rupture is a serious obstetrical complication with a high incidence, often linked to poor antenatal and intranatal care. Addressing these factors is crucial for prevention and improving maternal and perinatal outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Maternal Health
- Surgical Complications
Background:
- Uterine rupture is a rare but life-threatening obstetric emergency.
- Understanding its incidence and risk factors is vital for improving obstetric care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the incidence, risk factors, clinical presentation, and maternal and perinatal outcomes of uterine rupture.
- To identify key factors contributing to this preventable obstetric complication.
Main Methods:
- A 5-year retrospective study of uterine rupture cases at a hospital in Hajjah, Yemen.
- Data collection through review of hospital records for deliveries between April 1999 and March 2004.
Main Results:
- Hospital incidence of uterine rupture was 1.1% (1 in 92 deliveries).
- Poor antenatal/intranatal care and grand-multiparity were significant risk factors.
- Maternal mortality was 1.7% and perinatal mortality was 81.7%.
Conclusions:
- Uterine rupture remains a significant preventable obstetric problem.
- Inadequate antenatal/intranatal care and poor health services contribute to high incidence.
- Improving healthcare access and quality is essential for reducing uterine rupture.