A research dissertation submitted to the faculty of clinical medicine and dentistry for the award of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree at Kampala International University.
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2018-08
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Kampala International University. School of Health Sciences (Western Campus)
Abstract
Introduction: The WHO recommends Cesarean Section rates of between 10% - 15%. Increase
in rates has been witnessed in many countries with many countries having higher rates than these. This increase might be attributed to so many factors that include the various risk factors and advancement in technology or know-how. To find out if this increase is justified, a look at the
indications is necessary. The researcher set out to find out whether the CS rates at KIU-TH were within the recommended values and what the indications were. Objective: To determine the rate of cesarean sections among patients attended at KIU -TH between January and July 2018. Method: A cross-sectional study survey that employed both descriptive and analytical methods. Both quantitative and qualitative approaches were utilized with chart review as the main method of data collection. A total of 418 respondents took part in the study. Results: Out of a total of 418 deliveries, 101(24%) were vis CS. The risk factors for CS were age of 20 years and below and principality. CPD, and previous CS were the commonest indications for CS. Conclusion: The CS rate at KIU, is slightly above the recommended level but could be indicative of anything; positive or negative.
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A research dissertation submitted to the faculty of clinical medicine and dentistry for the award of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree at Kampala International University.
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Prevalence, Cesarean section delivery