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Increasing caesarean sections significantly reduced perinatal mortality by 59.68% without increasing maternal deaths. This analysis of caesarean births highlights improved perinatal outcomes with judicious surgical intervention.

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Perinatal mortality in caesarean sectionPerinatal outcome with increased caesarean section rate

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Perinatal Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Caesarean section rates have varied globally.
  • Understanding the impact of caesarean sections on perinatal and maternal outcomes is crucial for clinical practice.
  • Historical data from service hospitals can provide valuable insights into obstetric trends.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the impact of a rising caesarean section rate on perinatal mortality and morbidity over a decade.
  • To assess maternal mortality and morbidity associated with increased caesarean sections.
  • To determine if judiciously increasing caesarean sections improves perinatal outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of birth data over ten years at a service hospital.
  • Examination of caesarean section rates, indications, and associated maternal and perinatal outcomes.
  • Comparison of outcomes before and after changes in caesarean section practices.

Main Results:

  • Caesarean section rate increased by 43.25% over the ten-year period.
  • A significant reduction in perinatal mortality rate by 59.68% was observed.
  • No increase in maternal mortality or morbidity was noted in caesarean cases.

Conclusions:

  • A judicious increase in caesarean sections can lead to improved perinatal outcomes.
  • Caesarean delivery can be a safe intervention for reducing perinatal mortality when indicated.
  • Obstetric care and newborn care, supervised by specialists, are vital for positive outcomes.