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Elective cesarean section for macrosomia?

J S Yan1, Y K Chang, C S Yin

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C.

Zhonghua Yi Xue Za Zhi = Chinese Medical Journal; Free China Ed
|March 1, 1994
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Elective Cesarean sections for fetal macrosomia are not generally recommended to prevent dystocia. However, for very large infants (over 4500 gm), Cesarean delivery may prevent birth trauma.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Perinatal Medicine
  • Neonatal Health

Background:

  • Fetal macrosomia increases risks of dystocia and birth trauma.
  • Elective Cesarean section is often considered for macrosomic fetuses.
  • The cost-benefit of elective Cesarean section for macrosomia requires evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare dystocia and birth trauma rates in normal birthweight versus macrosomic infants.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of Cesarean section in preventing complications associated with fetal macrosomia.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 6230 deliveries.
  • Comparison of complication rates between normal birthweight (2500-3999 gm) and macrosomic (>= 4000 gm) groups.
  • Specific analysis of complication rates in vaginally delivered macrosomic infants.

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Main Results:

  • Macrosomic infants delivered vaginally had higher rates of clavicle fracture (11.8-18.2%) and brachial plexus injury (18.2% for >4500 gm).
  • No birth trauma occurred in macrosomic infants delivered via Cesarean section.
  • Cesarean section rates for dystocia were higher in macrosomic groups (19.1-21.4%) compared to normal birthweight (4.4%).

Conclusions:

  • Routine elective Cesarean section for fetal macrosomia to prevent dystocia is not advised.
  • Elective Cesarean section is suggested for very macrosomic infants (>= 4500 gm) to prevent birth trauma.