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Infections following classical cesarean section

J D Blanco, R S Gibbs

    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    |February 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Classical cesarean section (CCS) shows significant postoperative morbidity, with over half of patients experiencing infections like endoparametritis. However, CCS morbidity was comparable to low cervical transverse cesarean section (LCTCS) and infections responded well to antibiotics.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Surgical Outcomes Research

    Background:

    • Classical cesarean section (CCS) is a surgical procedure for childbirth.
    • Postoperative morbidity following cesarean sections requires careful evaluation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the postoperative morbidity associated with classical cesarean section (CCS).
    • To compare the morbidity rates of CCS with low cervical transverse cesarean section (LCTCS).

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 89 classical cesarean sections (CCS) performed between 1970 and 1977.
    • Exclusion of cases involving prophylactic antibiotics.
    • Comparison with matched patients who underwent low cervical transverse cesarean section (LCTCS).

    Main Results:

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    • 53% of patients experienced standard morbidity, and 52% had clinical infections.
    • Common infections included endoparametritis (34%), abdominal wound infections (6%), and urinary tract/pulmonary infections (12%).
    • Pelvic thrombophlebitis occurred in 2% of patients; no abscesses or hematomas were noted.

    Conclusions:

    • Classical cesarean section (CCS) is associated with considerable postoperative morbidity and infection rates.
    • Morbidity and operative site infection rates for CCS were comparable to low cervical transverse cesarean section (LCTCS).
    • Infections following CCS responded effectively to antibiotic treatment without increased major complications.