[Complications of cesarean deliveries].

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[Complications of cesarean deliveries].
(PMID:20075444)
Valgeirsdottir H, Hardardottir H, Bjarnadottir RI
Laeknadeild Hi, kvennasvioi Landspitala, Simi.
Laeknabladid [2010, 96(1):37-42]
Type: Journal Article, English Abstract (lang: ice)
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OBJECTIVE: The objective of the study was to determine the rate of complications which accompany cesarean sections at Landspitali University Hospital (LSH).
MATERIAL AND METHODS: All deliveries by cesarean section from July 1st 2001 to December 31st 2002 were examined in a retrospective manner. Information was collected
from maternity records regarding the operation and its complications if they occurred, during or following the operation.
RESULTS: During this period 761 women delivered by cesarean section at LSH. The overall complication rate was 35,5%. The most common complications were; blood loss >
or =1000 ml (16.5%), post operative fever (12.2%), extension from the uterine incision (7.2%) and need for blood transfusion (4.3%). Blood transfusion was most common in
women undergoing cesarean section after attempted instrumental vaginal delivery (20%). Fever and extension from the uterine incision were most common in women undergoing
cesarean section after full cervical dilation without attempt of instrumental delivery (19,4%). These complications were least likely to occur if the patient underwent an elective
cesarean section.
CONCLUSION: Complications following cesarean section are common, especially if labor is advanced. Each indication for an operative delivery should be carefully weighed
and the patient informed accordingly.

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