Table 2 Indication for caesarean sections (n = 147) in the study sample
Caesarean deliveries (%)a | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
All (%) | Normotensive (%) | Hypertensive (%) | ||
n = 147 | n = 135b | n = 12c | ||
Primary | Dystocia | 29 (20) | 27 (20) | 2 (17) |
Non-reassuring foetal heart rate | 21 (14) | 19 (14) | 2 (17) | |
Abnormal presentation | 18 (12) | 17 (13) | 1 (8) | |
Unsuccessful trial of forceps or vacuum | 14 (10) | 13 (10) | 1 (8) | |
Repeat | No VBAC attempt | 40 (27) | 36 (27) | 4 (33) |
Failed VBAC | 16 (11) | 15 (11) | 1 (8) | |
Unsuccessful trial of forceps or vacuum | 9 (6) | 8 (6) | 1 (8) | |