Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background:The present study was conducted for assessing the surgical complications of cesarean section. Materials & methods:A total of 100 patients who were scheduled to undergo cesarean section were enrolled. Complete demographic and clinical details of all the patients was obtained. The following outcome variables were obtained: lacerations of theuterus and vagina defined as all sizes of unintended digital or surgical injury of the uterus andthe vagina in relation to the uterotomy, lacerationsof the bladder and bowels, estimated intraoperative blood loss and blood transfusion, intraoperative hysterectomy and preoperative uterine rupture. Baseline blood samples were obtained and hematological along with biochemical profile of all the patients was evaluated. Anaesthesia was given and cesarean section was performed. Thorough intraoperative monitoring of all the patients was done. Complete assessment of associated surgical complications was done in all the patients. Results:Surgical complications were seen in 8 percent of the subjects. Cervical laceration, Corporal laceration, Vaginal laceration, Bladder laceration, Blood transfusion needed and need Hysterectomy was seen in 3 percent, 1 percent, 1 percent, 2 percent, 3 percent and 1 percent of the patients respectively. Conclusion:One of the most common obstetrical procedure is a C-section. After carefully giving balanced information regarding the advantages and disadvantages of vaginal and abdominal births, the mode of delivery should be chosen.