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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Anesthesiology
  • Patient Safety

Background:

  • Intraoperative hypothermia is a frequent complication during cesarean sections (C-sections).
  • It is linked to increased maternal morbidity and mortality.
  • Identifying risk factors is crucial for prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the risk factors associated with intraoperative hypothermia in women undergoing emergency C-sections.
  • To determine the effectiveness of active warming methods in preventing hypothermia.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of 87 women undergoing emergency C-sections.
  • Data collected included baseline characteristics, thermal status, and perioperative information.
  • Logistic regression analysis identified risk factors for hypothermia (core temperature < 36°C).

Main Results:

  • 30 out of 87 patients experienced intraoperative hypothermia.
  • A pre-surgery core temperature below 36.5°C (OR 4.22) and longer surgery duration (per 10 min, OR 1.97) were significant risk factors.
  • Active warming methods reduced the risk of hypothermia (OR 0.19).

Conclusions:

  • Intraoperative hypothermia is prevalent in emergency C-sections.
  • Proactive application of active warming is recommended for all patients.
  • Particular attention should be given to women with low baseline temperatures (<36.5°C) and those with anticipated long surgical durations.