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Classical Caesarean Section: Maternal and Foetal Outcomes at a Tertiary Centre in New Zealand

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Classical caesarean section (CCS) remains an uncommon but important procedure in obstetrics. We performed a retrospective review of all CCSs at Wellington Regional Hospital between January 2019 and December 2023. 109 CCSs were performed, representing 1.8% of all caesarean sections (n = 5913) and 0.7% of all births (n = 16646). Most (58.7%) were performed before 28 weeks' gestation, with an unformed lower uterine segment being the most common reason for performing a classical incision. Maternal morbidity and foetal mortality were closely linked to underlying conditions prompting delivery. These findings provide contemporary data to support clinical decision-making and patient counselling regarding CCS.

Source: Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

DOI: 10.1111/ajo.70211

Authors: Pooja Shekar, Judy Ormandy

Institutions: Wellington Hospital, Health New Zealand, University of Otago

Language: English

Topic: Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions

Subfield: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,920

OpenAlex ID: W7225622709

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