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Lean Six Sigma (LSS) effectively reduced the cesarean section rate from 41.83% to 32.00% by addressing key factors like maternal request and labor pain. This methodology improved patient care and promoted vaginal delivery.

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  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Healthcare Management
  • Quality Improvement Methodologies

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  • High cesarean section rates pose significant public health challenges.
  • Identifying and addressing the root causes of cesarean births is crucial for improving maternal and infant outcomes.
  • The Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodology offers a structured approach to process improvement in healthcare settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To decrease the incidence of cesarean sections.
  • To enhance the rate of vaginal deliveries.
  • To apply the Lean Six Sigma (LSS) framework to optimize delivery practices.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the 5-phase Lean Six Sigma (LSS) roadmap: Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control.
  • Investigated and analyzed cesarean section rates to identify principal contributing factors.
  • Implemented targeted interventions based on identified causes, including improved assessment, nutrition guidance, painless labor techniques, and enhanced midwifery support.

Main Results:

  • Key drivers for cesarean sections identified as maternal request, labor pain, and assessment/observation issues.
  • Post-intervention, the cesarean section rate significantly decreased from 41.83% to 32.00% (P < .001).
  • The Six Sigma (Z) score improved from 1.706 to 1.967, indicating enhanced process control and reduced variation.

Conclusions:

  • Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is a highly effective strategy for reducing cesarean section rates in clinical practice.
  • The implemented interventions successfully addressed major causes of cesarean births, leading to improved delivery outcomes.
  • This study demonstrates the value of systematic quality improvement methodologies in obstetrical care.