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Increasing caesarean section rate

H E Johnell, H Ostberg, T Wåhlstrand

    Acta Obstetricia Et Gynecologica Scandinavica
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    The Caesarean section (C.S.) rate rose significantly from 2.0% to 7.8% between 1966-1970 due to increased indications. However, no maternal deaths occurred, and perinatal mortality was 5.0%.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Perinatal Medicine
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • The study examines trends in Caesarean section (C.S.) rates and associated perinatal outcomes.
    • An increasing C.S. rate was observed at the University Hospital in Uppsala from 1966 to 1970.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the changing rates of Caesarean sections (C.S.) over a five-year period.
    • To identify the primary indications contributing to the rise in C.S. frequency.
    • To evaluate the impact of these trends on maternal and perinatal mortality.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 16,708 deliveries between 1966 and 1970.
    • Calculation of the Caesarean section (C.S.) rate and its changes over time.
    • Identification and categorization of indications for C.S., including cephalopelvic disproportion, fetal distress, and failed induction of labor.

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    Main Results:

    • The C.S. rate increased from 2.0% to 7.8% during the study period.
    • Key drivers for the increased C.S. rate included cephalopelvic disproportion, fetal distress, "bad obstetrical history," and failed induction of labor.
    • No maternal deaths were recorded. The overall perinatal mortality rate was 5.0%, with significant variations based on infant birth weight and gestational age.

    Conclusions:

    • Despite an increasing Caesarean section (C.S.) rate, maternal mortality was zero.
    • Perinatal mortality was notably higher in very low birth weight infants (57% for ≤1500g) compared to term infants (0.9% for >2500g).
    • Elective C.S. in healthy, term mothers showed no perinatal deaths, suggesting careful patient selection is crucial.