Determinants and outcomes of elective and emergency caesarean section at a tertiary hospital in Abakaliki, Southeast Nigeria: A 6-year review

Background: Despite its increasing acceptance as a safe alternative to vaginal delivery, caesarean section (CS) in developing countries continue to be associated with maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Objectives: This study was aimed at evaluating the indications, outcomes and factors ass...

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Main Authors: Obiora Godfrey Asiegbu, Uzoma Vivian Asiegbu, Emmanuel Johnbosco Mamah, Chidebe Christian Anikwe, Onwe Emeka Ogah, Ugochukwu Uzodimma Nnadozie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2019-01-01
Series:Tropical Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
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Online Access:http://www.tjogonline.com/article.asp?issn=0189-5117;year=2019;volume=36;issue=2;spage=200;epage=205;aulast=Asiegbu