A cross-sectional study of indications for cesarean deliveries in Médecins Sans Frontières facilities across 17 countries

International Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics : the Official Organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
Reinou S GroenAdam L Kushner

Abstract

To review the major indications for cesareans performed by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) personnel from the Operational Center Brussels. A retrospective study was undertaken of all singleton cesarean deliveries from 2008-2012 for which indications were recorded. Location of project, age of patient, type of anesthesia, and duration of operation were also recorded. A total of 14 151 singleton cesarean deliveries were identified from 17 countries. Among the 15 905 indications recorded, the most common was failure to progress or cephalopelvic disproportion (4822 [30.3%]), followed by previous uterine scar (2504 [15.7%]), non-reassuring fetal status (2306 [14.5%]), and fetal malpresentation (1746 [11.0%]). Other indications were placenta or vasa previa (794 [5.0%]), uterine rupture (676 [4.3%]), hypertensive disorders (659 [4.1%]), placental abruption (520 [3.3%]), pre-rupture (450 [2.8%]), and cord prolapse (365 [2.3%]). Indications for cesareans in MSF settings differ from those in higher-income countries. Further investigation is needed for adequate emergency obstetric care coverage.

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