Table 2 Primary indication reported by surgical provider for caesarean deliveries
Observed (n = 29) | Record review (n = 34 ) | |
|---|---|---|
History of uterine scar | 24% | 21% |
Fetal distress indicated by abnormal fetal heart beat | 17% | 6% |
Failure to progress in labor/obstructed labor | 14% | 12% |
Malpresentation of the fetus | 10% | 18% |
Suspected uterine rupture | 7% | 0% |
Oligohydramnios | 7% | 0% |
Placenta previa | 3% | 12% |
Vaginal hemorrhage | 3% | 0% |
Meconium stained amniotic fluid | 3% | 2% |
Pre-eclampsia/eclampsia | 3% | 2% |
Other or multiple indications | 7% | 18% |
Missing data* | N/A | 9% |
Total | 98%* | 100% |