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H Omer Tontus1, Saniye Nebioglu2
1Science and Letter Faculty, Molecular Biology and Genetics Department, Istanbul Technical University, TR.
Annals of Global Health
|September 3, 2020
Summary
The Robson Classification system helps audit rising Caesarean section rates. Previous C-sections in groups R1-R4 contribute to the expanding R5 group, indicating a need for targeted interventions to reduce overall C-section rates.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Public Health
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Caesarean section is a critical obstetric intervention, but rising rates globally are a concern.
- Existing C-section rates lack a standardized classification system for comparison.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends Robson's criteria for international C-section auditing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To demonstrate the utility of the Robson Classification system for auditing Caesarean deliveries.
- To analyze the relationship between Robson's criteria and C-section rates in Turkey.
- To provide evidence for developing strategies to manage C-section rates.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study analyzing 5,323,500 livebirths in Turkey over four years.
- Pregnancies were classified using Robson's criteria.
- C-section rates were analyzed within each Robson's group and over time.
Main Results:
- A total of 2,764,373 Caesarean sections were performed, resulting in a 51.9% C-section rate.
- The R5 group (women with previous C-sections) showed an increasing trend, rising from 22.2% in 2013 to 24.3% in 2016.
- Caesarean sections in Robson's groups R1-R4 were found to contribute to the increase in subsequent C-sections in the R5 group.
Conclusions:
- The Robson Classification system is effective for analyzing, auditing, and comparing C-section rates across different settings.
- Implementing strategies based on Robson's classification can help achieve WHO-recommended C-section rates.
- Understanding the contribution of early Robson groups to later C-sections is crucial for intervention planning.
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