Abstract
Introduction: Caesarean section is the delivery of fetus through an abdominal uterine incision after period of viability. Caesarean section is one of the most widely performed surgical procedures in obstetrics worldwide. It is a lifesaving procedure for mother and fetus during the difficult delivery. The indications of caesarean are continuously being extended. Nevertheless, it is a great mistake to regard it as a means of finding as easy way out of all obstetrics problem and litigations. The main purpose of present study is to analyze the indication of caesarean section.
Material & methods: This retrospective study was conducted over a period of 6 month from 1st July 2018 to 31st December 2018 at the Department of OBG, SNMC Jodhpur (Rajasthan), India. Data of 1100 patients who delivered by Caesarean Section in our hospital during the defined study period was recorded and a analysis of the caesarean section indication was done.
Results: The total numbers of Caesarean Sections done included in the study period was 1100. Previous LSCS was the leading indication to the Caesarean Section rate (35.73 %) followed by fetal distress (19.64%), breech presentation (9.45%), PIH (7.18 %).
Conclusions: Being a tertiary care hospital, a high rate of Caesarean deliveries was observed. Main indication of caesarean section was previous caesarean section and fetal distress. Evidence base study result should be used to counsel the patient regarding comparison of both mode of delivery that can reduce caesarean section rate.