Maternal Morbidity Associated with Caesarean Delivery Without Labor Compared with Caesarean Delivery Following Induction of Labor at Term

Abstract

Introduction: The increasing use of elective interventions, such as elective caesarean birth and 
elective induction of labor, raises concerns about the potential maternal hazards in both present and 
future pregnancies. Over the past few decades, there has been a global surge in the prevalence of 
caesarean section procedures. The rates of Caesarean deliveries in developed nations are steadily 
increasing. The coordinates are and the reference code is R455. The prevalence of C-sections in India 
increased from 17.2% in 2016 to 21.5% in 2021.
Aims: To estimate the maternal morbidity associated with cesarean deliveries following Induction of 
labor.
Materials and Methods: It was a comparative study, this study was conducted from December 2021 
to December 2022 at the department of Obstetrics and gynecology KPC medical college and Hospital. 
600 patients were included in this study.
Result: We found no significant difference in peripartum blood transfusion rates between Groups A
(Emergency LSCS Following Induction of Labor) (1%) and Group B (Elective LSCS) (0.75%) 
(P=0.7516). Group A had a 4.5% early postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) rate compared to Group B's 
0.05% (P=0.0047). Group A's 3.5% wound infection rate was significantly greater than Group B's 1% 
(P=0.04). These findings emphasize the necessity for careful assessment and management of maternal 
morbidity due to its varied effects.
Conclusion: This study confirms the importance of making well-informed decisions in obstetric care 
and has the potential to improve clinical practices for providing the best possible maternal care in 
comparable situations. This study establishes the foundation for future investigations and practical 
recommendations focused on mitigating maternal morbidity linked to cesarean deliveries after 
unsuccessful induction