Comparison of Neonatal Complications in Emergency (C.S) versus Elective C-Section
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https://doi.org/10.60127/sjms.4.14.2025.88Keywords:
Cesarean section, elective cesarean, emergency cesarean, neonatal complications, , Apgar score, NICU admissionAbstract
Objectives: This study examines the neonatal complications of elective versus emergency cesarean sections.
Methodology: Research was done with mothers who gave birth through cesarean delivery. The type of cesarean planned (elective and emergency), newborn outcomes (respiratory distress, Apgar score and hospitalisation in the NICU), maternal circumstances, and previous history of cesarean section were documented. Comparison statistics were done to determine differences between elective and emergency procedures.
Results: The results indicated that an elective cesarean section occurred more frequently than an emergency (C.S). The frequency of neonatal complications like respiratory distress, low Apgar scores and NICU hospitali sations was higher i.e. 20% seen in emergency C-Sections and 5% in elective procedure C-Sections, but95% newborns of electives and 80% new -borns of emergency cases were discharged within a day, as the postnatal care appeared to be well-coordinated.
Conclusion: Neonatal complications are less with elective cesarean section than it is with emergency cesarean section. Neonatal outcomes can be improved and emergency procedures can be minimized by early risk detection and prompt intervention.
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