Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Pregnancy and delivery are considered as normal physiological phenomena in women. Approximately, 10% deliveries are considered as high risk, some of which may require caesarean section. This study was done to determine the prevalence of caesareans and possible reasons for it. Materials & Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted in department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology in year 2015. A total of 1022 females were included in study. All mandatory investigations such as Hb level, blood group analysis, complete blood count, complete urine examination, random blood sugar level and viral markers were performed. Caesarean section was performed in those who failed for normal trial of delivery. Results: Out of 1022 females admitted to the department, 173 underwent caesarean section with the prevalence of 17% (Table I). Table II shows that 25% females were primagravida, 45% females were between G2-G4 and 30% females were G5 above. We have recorded various reasons for caesarean failures. These included previous caesarean (56), fetal distress (43), failed labor progression (34) and breech presentation (40). The difference was non significant (P-0.2) Conclusion: Author concluded that caesarean sections are increasing worldwide. Proper antenatal care is required for the betterment of mother and foetus.
Key Words: Caesarean, fetal distress, Pregnancy.

Corresponding Author: Dr. Seema Mishra, Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Mayo Institute of Medical Science, Barabanki, U.P., India

This article may be cited as: Mishra S, Gupta  K. Prevalence of caesarean and possible etiology associated with it: A clinical study. J Adv Med Dent Scie Res 2016;4(6):231-233.