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Lambert KA, Honart AW, Hughes BL, Kuller JA, Dotters-Katz SK. Antibiotic Recommendations After Postpartum Uterine Exploration or Instrumentation. Obstet Gynecol Surv 2023; 78:438-444. [PMID: 37480294 DOI: 10.1097/ogx.0000000000001167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/24/2023]
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Importance Multiple postpartum scenarios require uterine exploration or instrumentation. These may introduce bacteria into the uterus, increasing the risk of endometritis. Data on the use of antibiotics in these scenarios is limited, resulting in few guidelines and divergent care. Objective To describe postpartum scenarios requiring uterine exploration and/or instrumentation, review data on antibiotic prophylaxis, and delineate antibiotic recommendations for each scenario. Evidence Acquisition Original articles were obtained from literature search in PubMed, MEDLINE, and OVID; pertinent articles were reviewed. Results These recommendations are based on published evidence and professional society guidelines. Antibiotic prophylaxis following manual placenta removal should include 1-time combination of ampicillin 2 g intravenously (IV) or cefazolin 1 g IV, plus metronidazole 500 mg IV. Antibiotic prophylaxis before postpartum dilation and curettage, manual vacuum aspiration, and intrauterine balloon tamponade should include 1-time combination of ampicillin 2 g IV plus metronidazole 500 mg IV. If the patient in any of the above scenarios has received group B Streptococcus prophylaxis, then only metronidazole is recommended. Further randomized clinical trials are needed to optimize these regimens. Conclusions Uterine exploration or instrumentation increases the risk of postpartum endometritis and requires antibiotic prophylaxis. For manual placenta removal, we recommend 1-time combination of ampicillin 2 g IV or cefazolin 1 g IV, plus metronidazole 500 mg IV. For dilation and curettage, manual vacuum aspiration, and intrauterine balloon tamponade, we recommend 1-time combination of ampicillin 2 g IV plus metronidazole 500 mg IV. For patients who already received antibiotic prophylaxis for group B Streptococcus, we recommend 1-time dose of metronidazole 500 mg IV. Relevance Providers can utilize our guidelines to prevent postpartum endometritis in these scenarios requiring postpartum uterine exploration and/or instrumentation.
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- Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University, Durham, NC
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Hamel MS, Tuuli M. Prevention of Postoperative Surgical Site Infection Following Cesarean Delivery. Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am 2023; 50:327-338. [PMID: 37149313 DOI: 10.1016/j.ogc.2023.02.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
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Cesarean delivery is the most common major surgical procedure performed among birthing persons in the United States, and surgical-site infection is a significant complication. Several significant advances in preventive measures have been shown to reduce infection risk, while others remain plausible but not yet proven in clinical trials.
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Pergialiotis V, Panagiotopoulos M, Vogiatzi L, Bellos I, Antsaklis P, Theodora M, Ntomali E, Daskalakis G. Spontaneous versus manual placental delivery during cesarean delivery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2022; 35:10535-10544. [PMID: 36259483 DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2022.2134769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Standardized techniques have been established for cesarean delivery to reduce cesarean delivery complication rates. Current recommendations suggest against manual removal of the placenta. The purpose of the present meta-analysis is to evaluate published data and provide a summary of the evidence. METHODS For the purposes of this systematic review, we searched Medline, Scopus, the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials CENTRAL, Google Scholar, and Clinicaltrials.gov databases from inception till June 2021 for relevant randomized controlled trials. Effect sizes were calculated in R. RESULTS Overall, 19 studies were included that involved 5797 parturient. We did not detect significant differences in the mean intraoperative blood loss among the two techniques (MD = 149.18 ml, 95% CI = -32.55, 330.92). Similarly, intraoperative duration was comparable among the two groups (MD = -0.89 min, 95% CI = -2.34, 0.57). The risk of intraoperative hemorrhage was comparable among the two groups (OR = 1.75, 95% CI = 0.48, 6.36), although the provided result is based on underpowered sample size. Consequently, the need of transfusion was not increased (OR = 1.31, 95% CI = 0.71, 2.44). Neither postpartum endometritis (OR = 1.50, 95% CI = 0.94, 2.40) nor infectious morbidity (OR = 1.82, 95% CI = 0.94, 3.52) increased with manual placental extraction. CONCLUSION The findings of our study suggest that cephalad-caudad blunt expansion of the uterine incision may be safe; however, more data are needed to evaluate its impact on post-partum infectious morbidity as well as its safety in cases at increased risk of perioperative bleeding.
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- Vasilios Pergialiotis
- 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandra Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandra Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandra Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandra Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandra Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandra Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandra Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandra Hospital, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Yang MC, Li P, Su WJ, Jiang R, Deng J, Wang RR, Huang CL. Manual Removal versus Spontaneous Delivery of the Placenta at Cesarean Section: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Ther Clin Risk Manag 2021; 17:1283-1293. [PMID: 34880619 PMCID: PMC8648276 DOI: 10.2147/tcrm.s333557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2021] [Accepted: 11/16/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Purpose Several randomized clinical trials (RCTs) investigated the effects of the manual placental removal on hemorrhage or other hemorrhage-related complications compared with the spontaneous placental removal during cesarean section (CS), while the results remained controversial and were inconsistent. The purpose of this meta-analysis was to quantify the pooled effects of the methods of placental removal on hemorrhage during CS. Patients and Methods A systematic literature search was conducted using PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. Heterogeneity was tested by I2 statistics and Q-statistic. The random-effects model or fixed-effects model were used to calculate the pooled effect for the included studies according to heterogeneity. And the term of standardized mean difference (SMD) with 95% confidence intervals (CI) was pooled and estimated the effects across all studies. Results A total of nine RCTs were included in this meta-analysis. Compared with spontaneous group, manual placental removal increased the amount of hemorrhage (SMD = 0.53, 95% CI [0.12, 0.94]; Z = 2.54, P = 0.011) and increased the risk of endometritis (OR = 1.84, 95% CI [1.31, 2.58]; Z = 3.52, P < 0.0001). In contrast, there was no significant difference concerning the operating time (SMD = −0.30, 95% CI [−0.85, 0.24]; Z = 1.09, P = 0.276), the length of hospital stays (SMD = 0.11, 95% CI [−0.08, 0.30]; Z = 1.11, P = 0.265), and blood transfusion requirement (OR = 1.36, 95% CI [0.91, 2.04]; Z = 1.52, P = 0.129), respectively. Conclusion Comparing with spontaneous placental removal, manual placental removal appeared to be less positive effect during CS. Because of the limitations of this meta-analysis, more high-quality RCTs are needed to confirm our findings.
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- Meng-Chang Yang
- Department of Anesthesiology, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Eastern Hospital, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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Schrey-Petersen S, Tauscher A, Dathan-Stumpf A, Stepan H. Diseases and complications of the puerperium. DEUTSCHES ARZTEBLATT INTERNATIONAL 2021; 118:arztebl.m2021.0168. [PMID: 33972015 PMCID: PMC8381608 DOI: 10.3238/arztebl.m2021.0168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2020] [Accepted: 02/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND In terms of maternal morbidity and mortality, the puerperium is just as significant as pregnancy and childbirth. Nearly half of all maternal deaths occur in the time after delivery. METHODS This review is based on pertinent articles in English and German from the years 2000- 2020 that were retrieved by a selective search in MEDLINE and EMBASE, as well as on the available guidelines in English and German and on German-language textbooks of obstetrics. RESULTS The most common and severe complications are, in the post-placental phase, bleeding and disturbances of uterine involution; in the first seven days after delivery, infection (e.g., endomyometritis, which occurs after 1.6% [0.9; 2.5] of all births) and hypertension-related conditions. Thromboembolism, incontinence and disorders of the pelvic floor, mental disease, and endocrine disturbances can arise at any time during the puerperium. In an Australian study, the incidence of embolism was 0.45 per 1000 births, with 61.3% arising exclusively after delivery. CONCLUSION Basic familiarity with the most common and severe diseases in the puerperium is important for non-gynecologists as well, among other things because highly acute, lifethreatening complications can arise that demand urgent intervention.
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- Division of Obstretics, University of Leipzig Medical Center
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- Division of Obstretics, University of Leipzig Medical Center
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Narice BF, Almeida JR, Farrell T, Madhuvrata P. Impact of changing gloves during cesarean section on postoperative infective complications: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 2021; 100:1581-1594. [PMID: 33871059 DOI: 10.1111/aogs.14161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2020] [Revised: 03/22/2021] [Accepted: 04/10/2021] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The cesarean section rate around the world, currently estimated at 21.1%, continues to increase. Women who undergo a cesarean section sustain a seven- to ten-fold greater risk of infective morbidity compared with those who deliver vaginally. MATERIAL AND METHODS We aimed to assess the impact of changing gloves intraoperatively on post-cesarean section infective morbidity (PROSPERO CRD42018110529). MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL, WHO Global Index Medicus, and Cochrane Central were searched for randomized controlled trials until June 2020. Published randomized controlled trials that evaluated the effects of glove changing during cesarean section on infective complications were considered eligible for the review. Two reviewers independently selected studies, assessed the risk of bias, and extracted data about interventions and adverse maternal outcomes. Dichotomous variables were presented and included in the meta-analyses as risk ratios (RR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI). The quality of evidence was assessed using the GRADE approach in alignment with the recommendations from the Cochrane Review Group. RESULTS We identified seven randomized controlled trials reporting data over 1948 women. Changing gloves during a cesarean section was associated with a statistically significantly lower incidence of wound infective complications (RR 0.41, 95% CI 0.26-0.65, p < 0.0001; GRADE moderate quality evidence). This intervention seemed to be effective only if performed after delivery of the placenta. No significant difference was seen in the incidence of endometritis (RR 0.96, 95% CI 0.78-1.20, p = 0.74; GRADE moderate quality evidence) and/or febrile morbidity (RR 0.73, 95% CI 0.30-1.81, p = 0.50; GRADE moderate quality evidence), regardless of the timing of the intervention. CONCLUSIONS Changing gloves after delivery of the placenta during a cesarean section is associated with a significant reduction in the incidence of post-surgical wound complications compared with keeping the same gloves throughout the whole surgery. However, an adequately powered study to assess the limitations and cost-effectiveness of the intervention is needed before this recommendation can be translated into current clinical practice.
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- Brenda F Narice
- Academic Unit of Reproductive and Developmental Medicine, Jessop Wing, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Jessop Wing, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Sheffield, UK
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- Women's Wellness & Research center, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Jessop Wing, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Sheffield, UK
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Changing gloves during cesarean section for prevention of postoperative infections: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Sci Rep 2021; 11:4592. [PMID: 33633326 PMCID: PMC7907110 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-84259-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2020] [Accepted: 02/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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This systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to assess associations between changing gloves during cesarean section (CS) and postoperative infection. A literature search was conducted using the major electronic databases MEDLINE, Scopus, ISI Web of Science, PubMed, CINAHL, and CENTRAL from their inception to September 2020. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing glove change during CS to no glove change were included. Outcomes of interest were endometritis, febrile morbidity, and incisional surgical site infection (SSI). GRADE approach was applied to assess the quality of evidence. Ten reports of six studies involving 1707 participants were included in the analyses. Glove change was associated with a reduction in the risk of incisional SSI following CS (pooled RR 0.49, 95% CI 0.30, 0.78; moderate quality of evidence). Compared to no glove change, glove change during CS did not reduce the risks of endometritis (pooled RR 1.00, 95% CI 0.80, 1.24; low quality of evidence) or febrile morbidity (pooled RR 0.85, 95% CI 0.43, 1.71; very low quality of evidence). Changing gloves during CS was associated with a decreased risk of incisional SSI. The risks of postoperative endometritis and febrile morbidity were not altered by changing gloves.
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Carbone L, Saccone G, Conforti A, Maruotti GM, Berghella V. Cesarean delivery: an evidence-based review of the technique. Minerva Obstet Gynecol 2021; 73:57-66. [PMID: 33314903 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-606x.20.04681-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The cesarean section is utilized to deliver babies since the late 19th century. Nowadays, the frequency of cesarean section is increased, mainly because of the low rate of complications and for the increasing demand from future mothers, scared by the idea of painful labor. Although the technique to perform cesarean section has been refined over time, infections, hemorrhage, pain and other consequences still represent matter of debate. To try to reduce the incidence of these complications many trials, randomized or not, have been performed, with the aim to analyze different technical aspects of this surgery. The aim of our review was to resume all the evidence-based instructions on how to best approach to cesarean section practice, in a step-to-step fashion, considering pre-operative actions, opening and closing steps, and postoperative prophylaxis.
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- Luigi Carbone
- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, Federico II University, Naples, Italy -
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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In this Commentary, we explain the case for a standardized cesarean delivery surgical technique. There are three strong arguments for a standardized approach to cesarean delivery, the most common major abdominal surgery performed in the world. First, standardization within institutions improves safety, efficiency, and effectiveness in health care delivery. Second, surgical training among obstetrics and gynecology residents would become more consistent across hospitals and regions, and proficiency in performing cesarean delivery measurable. Finally, standardization would strengthen future trials of cesarean delivery technique by minimizing the potential for aspects of the surgery which are not being studied to bias results. Before 2013, more than 155 randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses or systematic reviews were published comparing various aspects of cesarean delivery surgical technique. Since 2013, an additional 216 similar studies have strengthened those recommendations and offered evidence to recommend additional cesarean delivery techniques. However, this amount of cesarean delivery technique data creates a forest for the trees problem, making it difficult for a clinician to synthesize this volume of data. In response to this difficulty, we propose a comprehensive, evidence-based and standardized approach to cesarean delivery technique.
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Badr DA, Al Hassan J, Salem Wehbe G, Ramadan MK. Uterine body placenta accreta spectrum: A detailed literature review. Placenta 2020; 95:44-52. [PMID: 32452401 DOI: 10.1016/j.placenta.2020.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2020] [Accepted: 04/14/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) is a major obstetrical problem whose incidence is rising. Current guidelines recommend screening of all women with placenta previa and risk factors for PAS between 20 and 24 weeks. Risk factors, diagnosis, and management of previa PAS are well established, but an apparently normal location of the placenta does not exclude PAS. Literature data are scarce on uterine body PAS, which carries a high risk of maternal and neonatal adverse outcome, but is still easily missed on prenatal ultrasound. We conducted a comprehensive review to identify possible risk factors, clinical presentations, and diagnostic modalities of uterine PAS. A total of 133 cases were found during a 70-year period (1949-2019). The vast majority of them presented with signs of uterine rupture, even prior to the viability threshold of 24 weeks (up to 45%). Major risk factors included previous cesarean delivery, uterine curettage, uterine surgery, Asherman's syndrome, manual removal of the placenta, endometritis, high parity, young maternal age, in vitro fertilization, radiotherapy, uterine artery embolization, and uterine leiomyoma. Diagnosis was pre-symptomatic in only 3% of cases. Future studies should differentiate between previa PAS and uterine body PAS.
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- Dominique A Badr
- Brugmann University Hospital, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Al-Zahraa Hospital University Medical Center, Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Brugmann University Hospital, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium
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Importance Surgical site infection (SSI) is a common complication of cesarean delivery. Seen in up to 12% of cesarean deliveries, it is a major cause of prolonged hospital stay and a burden to the healthcare system. Interventions and techniques must be identified to decrease the risk of cesarean delivery SSIs. Objective We review the categories of SSI, current studies that have focused on various interventions to decrease SSI, and preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative recommendations for cesarean delivery SSI prevention. Evidence Acquisition A thorough search of PubMed for all current literature was performed. Various surgical interventions and techniques were reviewed. We included studies that looked at preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative interventions for SSI prevention. Results We have summarized several surgical interventions and techniques as well as current consensus statements to aid the practitioner in preventing SSIs after cesarean delivery. Conclusions and Relevance Upon analysis of current data and consensus statements pertaining to cesarean deliveries, there are certain preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative interventions and techniques that can be recommended to decrease the risk of cesarean delivery SSI.
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Kim K, Zhu M, Munro JT, Young SW. Glove change to reduce the risk of surgical site infection or prosthetic joint infection in arthroplasty surgeries: a systematic review. ANZ J Surg 2018; 89:1009-1015. [DOI: 10.1111/ans.14936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2018] [Revised: 10/01/2018] [Accepted: 10/04/2018] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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- Katy Kim
- Department of OrthopaedicsNorth Shore Hospital Auckland New Zealand
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAuckland Hospital Auckland New Zealand
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAuckland Hospital Auckland New Zealand
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- Department of OrthopaedicsNorth Shore Hospital Auckland New Zealand
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Altraigey A, Ellaithy M, Atia H, Ali I, Kolkailah M, Abbas A. How can methods of placental delivery in cesarean section affect perioperative blood loss? A randomized controlled trial of controlled cord traction versus manual removal of placenta. J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2018; 45:133-140. [PMID: 30178599 DOI: 10.1111/jog.13797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2017] [Accepted: 08/01/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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AIM Of the different described methods of placental delivery during cesarean section (CS), manual removal and cord traction are the most commonly used techniques. The ideal method of placental delivery during CS is still a conflicting issue as the data derived from the previous studies are widely heterogeneous and inconsistent. This study has investigated the effect of two different methods of placental delivery, controlled cord traction and manual removal, on perioperative blood loss. METHODS This randomized controlled trial recruited 345 pregnant women scheduled for elective cesarean delivery at term. Eligible participants were randomly assigned to have their placentae delivered either by manual removal or cord traction. Perioperative blood loss was the study primary outcome measure. RESULTS A total of 300 women were included in the final analysis. The longer placental delivery time in the cord traction group (n = 150) (60 s. [45-61.25] versus 45 s. [35-60] in the manual placental delivery group, P < 0.001) was associated with a statistically significant but clinically insignificant higher visually estimated blood loss (500 mL [interquartile range, 500-700] versus 500 mL [interquartile range, 400-500] in the manual removal group, P < 0.001). Although there were statistically significant differences in the hemoglobin levels, postoperatively, these differences were clinically insignificant and were not reflected in the corresponding deficits and percentages of deficit at 12- and 48-h postoperative intervals. CONCLUSIONS Of the studied placental delivery techniques, there were no clinically significant differences in terms of the considered intraoperative and postoperative outcomes; hence, the practice of placental delivery can be left up to obstetrician's discretion and intraoperative scenario.
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- Ahmed Altraigey
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, King Faisal Military Hospital, Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia.,Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Benha University, Qalubiya, Egypt
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, King Faisal Military Hospital, Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia.,Ain Shams University Maternity Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, King Faisal Military Hospital, Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia.,Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, King Faisal Military Hospital, Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia.,Ain Shams University Maternity Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, King Faisal Military Hospital, Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
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ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 199: Use of Prophylactic Antibiotics in Labor and Delivery. Obstet Gynecol 2018; 132:e103-e119. [DOI: 10.1097/aog.0000000000002833] [Citation(s) in RCA: 105] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Kamel A, El-Mazny A, Salah E, Ramadan W, Hussein AM, Hany A. Manual removal versus spontaneous delivery of the placenta at cesarean section in developing countries: a randomized controlled trial and review of literature. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2017; 31:3308-3313. [DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2017.1369522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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- Ahmed Kamel
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Kawakita T, Landy HJ. Surgical site infections after cesarean delivery: epidemiology, prevention and treatment. Matern Health Neonatol Perinatol 2017; 3:12. [PMID: 28690864 PMCID: PMC5497372 DOI: 10.1186/s40748-017-0051-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2017] [Accepted: 05/30/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Cesarean delivery (CD) is one of the most common procedures performed in the United States, accounting for 32% of all deliveries. Postpartum surgical site infection (SSI), wound infection and endometritis is a major cause of prolonged hospital stay and poses a burden to the health care system. SSIs complicate a significant number of patients who undergo CD - 2-7% will experience sound infections and 2-16% will develop endometritis. Many risk factors for SSI have been described. These include maternal factors (such as tobacco use; limited prenatal care; obesity; corticosteroid use; nulliparity; twin gestations; and previous CD), intrapartum and operative factors (such as chorioamnionitis; premature rupture of membranes; prolonged rupture of membranes; prolonged labor, particularly prolonged second stage; large incision length; subcutaneous tissue thickness > 3 cm; subcutaneous hematoma; lack of antibiotic prophylaxis; emergency delivery; and excessive blood loss), and obstetrical care on the teaching service of an academic institution. Effective interventions to decrease surgical site infection include prophylactic antibiotic use (preoperative first generation cephalosporin and intravenous azithromycin), chlorhexidine skin preparation instead of iodine, hair removal using clippers instead of razors, vaginal cleansing by povidone-iodine, placental removal by traction of the umbilical cord instead of by manual removal, suture closure of subcutaneous tissue if the wound thickness is >2 cm, and skin closure with sutures instead of with staples. Implementation of surgical bundles in non-obstetric patients has been promising., Creating a similar patient care bundle comprised evidence-based elements in patients who undergo CD may decrease the incidence of this major complication. Each hospital has the opportunity to create its own CD surgical bundle to decrease surgical site infection.
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, 101 Irving Street, 5B45, NW, Washington, DC 20010 USA
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC USA
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A glance into the hidden burden of maternal morbidity and patterns of management in a Palestinian governmental referral hospital. Women Birth 2015; 28:e148-56. [PMID: 26340885 DOI: 10.1016/j.wombi.2015.08.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2015] [Revised: 07/29/2015] [Accepted: 08/17/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Little is known about the burden and patterns of maternal morbidity during childbirth, particularly in the Middle East Region. Investigating the patterns of maternal morbidity can be useful in guiding improvement in the quality of maternal services, and informing policy debates on women's health. OBJECTIVE To examine the incidence, types and patterns of management of severe and non-severe maternal morbidities of Palestinian women during pregnancy, labour, delivery and up to seven days postpartum in one Palestinian hospital. METHODS A prospective hospital-based study was conducted for a 3-month period in 2011-2012, reviewing hospital records for all pregnant women (1.583) admitted to the governmental hospital in Ramallah, Palestine. FINDINGS Of all pregnant women included in this analysis (1.558), 419 (26.9%) women experienced one or more maternal morbidities and 15 (0.96%) women survived a life-threatening complication (near miss). Of all women who suffered morbidities, 69 (16.5%) had vaginal deliveries, 61 (14.6%) had cesarean sections, 179 (42.7%) had abortions/miscarriage, and 110 (26.3%) experienced complications during pregnancy or the post-partum. Hemorrhage during pregnancy, birth or postpartum was the most common morbidity. Of those who gave birth, women who gave birth by cesarean sections were three times more likely to suffer from morbidities than those who had vaginal delivery. CONCLUSIONS The burden of maternal morbidity for Palestinian women between the ages of 16 and 48 is high. In Palestine, maternal morbidity can be prevented by promoting a rational use of cesarean section, avoiding unnecessary medicalization, reducing unwanted pregnancies and updating practices of providers related to abortion/miscarriage care.
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Blumenfeld YJ, El-Sayed YY, Lyell DJ, Nelson LM, Butwick AJ. Risk Factors for Prolonged Postpartum Length of Stay Following Cesarean Delivery. Am J Perinatol 2015; 32:825-32. [PMID: 25594218 PMCID: PMC4504826 DOI: 10.1055/s-0034-1543953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to identify risk factors for prolonged postpartum length of stays (LOS) after cesarean delivery (CD). STUDY DESIGN Patients undergoing CD were sourced from a multicenter registry of 19 academic centers between 1999 and 2002 (n = 57,067). Prolonged postpartum LOS was defined as a hospitalization duration ≥ 90th centile. Maternal, antepartum, perioperative, and neonatal variables were compared between women with and without prolonged postpartum LOS. RESULTS The 90th centile for postpartum LOS was 4 days, with 14,954 women experiencing prolonged postpartum LOS. Women with perioperative complications had the highest independent risk for a prolonged postpartum LOS: ileus (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 12.28; 95% confidence interval CI = 8.98-16.8); endometritis (aOR = 10.45; 95% CI = 9.51-11.5), and wound complications (aOR = 5.49; 95% CI = 4.54-6.63). Several antepartum, perioperative, and neonatal variables were associated with a prolonged postpartum LOS. CONCLUSION Perioperative complications had the highest risk for prolonged LOS after CD. Strategies to reduce perioperative complications are needed to decrease the health care burden of prolonged post-CD LOS.
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- Yair J. Blumenfeld
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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- Department of Health Research and Policy, Stanford University, Stanford, California
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- Department of Anesthesia, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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Lim PS, Ismail NAM, Ghani NAA, Kampan NC, Sulaiman AS, Ng BK, Chew KT, Karim AKA, Yassin MAJM. Retained placenta: Do we have any option? World J Obstet Gynecol 2014; 3:124-129. [DOI: 10.5317/wjog.v3.i3.124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2014] [Revised: 06/06/2014] [Accepted: 07/14/2014] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Retained placenta is a known cause of post-partum haemorrhage and maternal mortality. A recent systemic review has confirmed that the incidence of retained placenta had increased all over the world, which is more common in developed countries. Failure of retro-placental myometrium contraction is the main cause of retained placenta. Maternal age greater than 35 years, grandmultipara, preterm labor, history of previous retained placenta, and caesarean section were the risk factors for retained placenta. Manual removal of the placenta has been the treatment of choice. Attempts had been made by clinician and researchers to find a safe, effective and reliable method to avoid the need for surgical intervention. The efficacy and safety of prostaglandin, nitroglycerin or acupuncture in the management of retained placenta are yet to be further evaluated. Nonetheless, till date only intra-umbilical vein oxytocin has been studied extensively but with varied success. More randomized clinical trials are needed to address this issue. However, if immediate manual placenta removal service is unavailable, a trial of intra-umbilical vein oxytocin 100 IU at a total volume of at least 40 mL while preparing for transfer to a tertiary center or theatre may result in spontaneous expulsion of the placenta.
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Dahlke JD, Mendez-Figueroa H, Rouse DJ, Berghella V, Baxter JK, Chauhan SP. Evidence-based surgery for cesarean delivery: an updated systematic review. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2013; 209:294-306. [PMID: 23467047 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2013.02.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 120] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2012] [Revised: 01/24/2013] [Accepted: 02/25/2013] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The objective of our systematic review was to provide updated evidence-based guidance for surgical decisions during cesarean delivery (CD). We performed an English-language MEDLINE, PubMed, and COCHRANE search with the terms, cesarean section, cesarean delivery, cesarean, pregnancy, and randomized trials, plus each technical aspect of CD. Randomized control trials (RCTs) involving any aspect of CD technique from Jan. 1, 2005, to Sept. 1, 2012, were evaluated to update a previous systematic review. We also summarized Cochrane reviews, systematic reviews, and metaanalyses if they included additional RCTs since this review. We identified 73 RCTs, 10 metaanalyses and/or systematic reviews, and 12 Cochrane reviews during this time frame. Recommendations with high levels of certainty as defined by the US Preventive Services Task Force favor pre-skin incision prophylactic antibiotics, cephalad-caudad blunt uterine extension, spontaneous placental removal, surgeon preference on uterine exteriorization, single-layer uterine closure when future fertility is undesired, and suture closure of the subcutaneous tissue when thickness is 2 cm or greater and do not favor manual cervical dilation, subcutaneous drains, or supplemental oxygen for the reduction of morbidity from infection. The technical aspect of CD with high-quality, evidence-based recommendations should be adopted. Although 73 RCTs over the past 8 years is encouraging, additional well-designed, adequately powered trials on the specific technical aspects of CD are warranted.
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Surgical techniques for performing caesarean section including CS at full dilatation. Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol 2013; 27:179-95. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2012.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2012] [Revised: 12/19/2012] [Accepted: 12/24/2012] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Gün İ, Özdamar Ö, Ertuğrul S, Öner Ö, Atay V. The effect of placental removal method on perioperative hemorrhage at cesarean delivery; a randomized clinical trial. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2013; 288:563-7. [DOI: 10.1007/s00404-013-2759-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2012] [Accepted: 02/11/2013] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Blumenfeld YJ, Caughey AB, El-Sayed YY, Daniels K, Lyell DJ. Single- versus double-layer hysterotomy closure at primary caesarean delivery and bladder adhesions. BJOG 2010; 117:690-4. [PMID: 20236104 DOI: 10.1111/j.1471-0528.2010.02529.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the association between single-layer (one running suture) and double-layer (second layer or imbricating suture) hysterotomy closure at primary caesarean delivery and subsequent adhesion formation. DESIGN A secondary analysis from a prospective cohort study of women undergoing first repeat caesarean section. SETTING Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA. POPULATION One hundred and twenty-seven pregnant women undergoing first repeat caesarean section. METHODS Patient records were reviewed to identify whether primary caesarean hysterotomies were closed with a single or double layer. Data were analysed by Fisher's exact tests and multivariable logistic regression. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE Prevalence rate of pelvic and abdominal adhesions. RESULTS Of the 127 women, primary hysterotomy closure was single layer in 56 and double layer in 71. Single-layer hysterotomy closure was associated with bladder adhesions at the time of repeat caesarean (24% versus 7%, P = 0.01). Single-layer closure was associated in this study with a seven-fold increase in the odds of developing bladder adhesions (odds ratio, 6.96; 95% confidence interval, 1.72-28.1), regardless of other surgical techniques, previous labour, infection and age over 35 years. There was no association between single-layer closure and other pelvic or abdominal adhesions. CONCLUSIONS Primary single-layer hysterotomy closure may be associated with more frequent bladder adhesions during repeat caesarean deliveries. The severity and clinical implications of these adhesions should be assessed in large prospective trials.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA.
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The incidence and importance of retained placenta (RP) varies greatly around the world. In less developed countries, it affects about 0.1% of deliveries but has up to 10% case fatality rate. In more developed countries, it is more common (about 3% of vaginal deliveries) but very rarely associated with mortality. There are three main types of retained placenta following the vagina delivery: placenta adherens (when there is failed contraction of the myometrium behind the placenta), trapped placenta (a detached placenta trapped behind a closed cervix) and partial accreta (when there is a small area of accreta preventing detachment). All can be treated by manual removal of placenta, which should be carried out at 30-60 minutes postpartum. Medical management is also an option for placenta adherens and trapped placenta. The need for manual removal can be reduced by 20% by the use of intraumbilical oxytocin (30 i.u. in 30 mL saline). A trapped placenta may respond to glyceryl trinitrate (500 mcg sublingually) or gentle, persistent, controlled cord traction.
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- Andrew D Weeks
- School of Reproductive and Developmental Medicine, Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street, Liverpool L8 7SS, UK.
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BACKGROUND Worldwide, caesarean section is the most common major operation performed on women. Some of the reported short-term morbidities include haemorrhage, postoperative fever and endometritis. The method of delivering the placenta is one procedure that may contribute to an increase or decrease in the morbidity of caesarean section. Two common methods used to deliver the placenta at caesarean section are cord traction and manual removal. OBJECTIVES To compare the effects of manual removal of the placenta with cord traction at caesarean section. SEARCH STRATEGY We searched the Cochrane Pregnancy and Childbirth Group's Trials Register (30 September 2007). SELECTION CRITERIA All randomised controlled trials comparing manual removal and cord traction or spontaneous of delivery of the placenta. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two authors independently assessed studies and extracted data. MAIN RESULTS We included 15 studies (4694 women). There was significant heterogeneity for the duration of surgery, blood loss and haematological outcomes. The only possible contributing factor found was greater protection from blood loss in two trials in which cord traction was combined with uterine massage. A random-effects model meta-analysis was used for these outcomes. Manual removal of the placenta was associated with more endometritis (relative risk (RR) 1.64, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.42 to 1.90; 4134 women, 13 trials); more blood loss (ml) (weighted mean difference (WMD) 94.42 ml, 95% CI 17.19 to 171.64; 2001 women, eight trials); more blood loss > 1000 ml (RR 1.81, 95% CI 1.44 to 2.28; 872 women, two trials); lower haematocrit after delivery (%) (WMD -1.55, 95% CI -3.09 to -0.01; 384 women, two trials); greater haematocrit fall after delivery (%) (WMD 0.39, 95% CI 0.00 to 0.78; 1777 women, five trials); longer duration of hospital stay (days) (WMD 0.39 days, 95% CI 0.17 to 0.61; 546 women, three trials). The duration of surgery was shorter in one trial but not overall. There were no significant differences in feto-maternal haemorrhage, blood transfusion, puerperal fever (numbers studied for these outcomes were small). AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Delivery of the placenta with cord traction at caesarean section has more advantages compared to manual removal. These are less endometritis; less blood loss; less decrease in haematocrit levels postoperatively; and shorter duration of hospital stay. Future trials should provide information on interval between the delivery of the infant and of the placenta, change in lochia, blood splashing during placental removal and uterine pain after operation, as well as the effects of delayed cord clamping.
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- Rose I Anorlu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Lagos, College of Medicine, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria, PMB 12003.
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Merchavy S, Levy A, Holcberg G, Freedman EN, Sheiner E. Method of placental removal during cesarean delivery and postpartum complications. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2007; 98:232-6. [PMID: 17490669 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgo.2007.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2007] [Revised: 04/02/2007] [Accepted: 04/02/2007] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The study was aimed to determine whether the method of placental removal at the time of the cesarean delivery is associated with postpartum complications such as postpartum fever and wound infection. In addition it was aimed to identify other complications following cesarean delivery. METHODS A prospective observational study was conducted, including 426 women who underwent cesarean deliveries between January 2004 and March 2005, in a tertiary medical center. A multivariable logistic regression model, with backward elimination, was constructed in order to identify independent risk factors associated with the occurrence of wound infection or fever. A sample size of about 150 subjects in each group was needed to demonstrate a difference of 15% between the two methods of placental removal, with a probability of 95% and power of 80%. RESULTS Manual removal of the placenta occurred in 269 operations while in 157 women the placenta was removed in a spontaneous method. No statistically significant differences were noted between the two methods of removal of the placenta regarding the risk for fever (7.8% in the group of the manual removal, as compared with 5.1% in the group of the spontaneous method; P=0.284) or for wound infection (3.7% in the group of the manual removal compared with 5.1% in the group of the spontaneous method; P=0.495). Using a multivariable logistic regression model, with backward elimination, the following risk factors were identified for postcesarean fever, or wound infection: unskilled surgeon (OR 3.2, 95% CI 1.4-7.8), number of previous cesarean deliveries (OR 1.8, 95% CI 1.3-2.6) and maternal hypertension (OR 3.3, 95% CI 2.0-38.5). CONCLUSION The method of placental removal during cesarean delivery is not associated with the risk for either wound infection or postpartum fever.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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Martins ACM, Krauss-Silva L. Revisões sistemáticas de antibioticoprofilaxia em cesarianas. CAD SAUDE PUBLICA 2006; 22:2513-26. [PMID: 17096032 DOI: 10.1590/s0102-311x2006001200002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2005] [Accepted: 06/12/2006] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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O objetivo do trabalho foi analisar a evidência científica disponível sobre os efeitos da antibioticoprofilaxia em cesarianas. As presentes revisões sistemáticas compreenderam um exame detalhado da qualidade do desenho e da execução assim como da heterogeneidade clínica entre os ensaios. A meta-análise dos ensaios placebo-controlados (27 estudos) apontou eficácia aproximada de 65% para ambos os desfechos estudados, endometrite e infecção da ferida cirúrgica (IFC), correspondendo a uma queda da incidência de 11% e 5%, respectivamente. As análises de sensibilidade mostraram efeitos sumários semelhantes aos observados para o conjunto dos ensaios. O subgrupo dos 12 ensaios de cesáreas não eletivas indicou benefício importante da antibioticoprofilaxia para ambos os desfechos, correspondente a uma queda de 14% (endometrite) e 5% (IFC). Para cesáreas eletivas (dois ensaios), não foi mostrado benefício relevante. A evidência obtida dos ensaios comparativos de doses foi limitada devido a falhas metodológicas importantes e ao pequeno número de pacientes envolvidas (três ensaios). Os ensaios comparativos de antimicrobianos (sete estudos) não evidenciaram diferença de eficácia entre os dois esquemas analisados, cefalosporinas de 1ª e de 2ª geração.
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Wicherek L, Klimek M, Skret-Magierlo J, Czekierdowski A, Banas T, Popiela TJ, Kraczkowski J, Sikora J, Oplawski M, Nowak A, Skret A, Basta A. The obstetrical history in patients with Pfannenstiel scar endometriomas--an analysis of 81 patients. Gynecol Obstet Invest 2006; 63:107-13. [PMID: 17028436 DOI: 10.1159/000096083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2006] [Accepted: 08/08/2006] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The participation of immune tolerance during pregnancy was suggested to be an important factor predisposing to the implantation of decidual cells after cesarean section in Pfannenstiel scar. Delivery at term is related to the termination of immune tolerance to fetal antigens that is maintained throughout pregnancy. Substantial proportion of cesarean section deliveries is performed before the onset of true term labor. The aim of this study was to analyze the clinical symptoms of spontaneous beginning of labor in pregnant women in whom cesarean sections were performed and in whom Pfannenstiel scar endometriomas were observed during follow-up. MATERIALS AND METHODS We have retrospectively analyzed 81 patients following the surgical removal of scar endometrioma after cesarean section. Obstetrical histories of cesarean sections in the number of 5,370 preceding the occurrence of the scar endometrioma were analyzed. These data were collected in six different Gynecological and Obstetrical wards in Malopolska Province in Poland. Analysis of data was started by the retrospective evaluation of regular uterine contractions, uterine cervix ripening before cesarean section and the indications for surgery. RESULTS In 67 women from the group of 81 patients cesarean sections were performed with unripe uterine cervix and without the presence of regular uterine contractions. Elective indications for cesarean sections were predominant in this group of women. The relative risk of scar endometriomas occurrence following cesarean sections performed before onset of labor in comparison to cesarean sections following spontaneous onset of labor was statistically significantly higher [RR = 2.16, 95% CI = 1.21-3.83; OR = 2.18, 95% CI = 1.22-3.89]. CONCLUSIONS Cesarean section performed before spontaneous onset of labor may increase substantially the risk of occurrence of scar endometriomas.
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- Lukasz Wicherek
- Department of Gynecology and Infertility, Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland.
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Iffy L, Apuzzio JJ. Reverse breech extraction for cesarean section. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2006; 126:126; author reply 127. [PMID: 16387408 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2005.10.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2005] [Accepted: 10/05/2005] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Berghella V, Baxter JK, Chauhan SP. Evidence-based surgery for cesarean delivery. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2005; 193:1607-17. [PMID: 16260200 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2005.03.063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 115] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2005] [Revised: 03/18/2005] [Accepted: 03/26/2005] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to provide evidenced-based guidance for surgical decisions during cesarean delivery. STUDY DESIGN We performed MEDLINE, PubMed, EMBASE, and COCHRANE searches with the terms cesarean section, cesarean delivery, cesarean, pregnancy, randomized trials, and each technical aspect of cesarean delivery. All randomized trials that covered a surgical aspect of cesarean delivery were included in the review. Each surgical step of cesarean delivery was reviewed separately. RESULTS US Preventive Services Task Force recommendations favor blunt uterine incision expansion, prophylactic antibiotics (either ampicillin or first-generation cephalosporin for just 1 dose), spontaneous placental removal, non-closure of both visceral and parietal peritoneum, and suture closure or drain of the subcutaneous tissue when thickness is > or =2 cm. CONCLUSION Cesarean delivery techniques that are supported by good quality recommendations should be performed routinely. All technical aspects that have recommendations with lower quality should be researched with adequately powered and designed trials.
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- Vincenzo Berghella
- Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
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Hamm J, Russell Z, Botha T, Carlan SJ, Richichi K. Buccal misoprostol to prevent hemorrhage at cesarean delivery: a randomized study. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2005; 192:1404-6. [PMID: 15902121 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2004.12.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to assess the efficacy of buccal misoprostol to decrease uterine atony, hemorrhage, and the need for additional uterotonic agents during cesarean delivery. STUDY DESIGN Patients who underwent cesarean delivery were assigned randomly to either 200-microg misoprostol or placebo placed in the buccal space. A dilute intravenous oxytocin infusion was given to all patients at delivery of the placenta. The primary outcome variable was the need for additional uterotonic agents. RESULTS A total of 352 women received random assignments. Demographic and intrapartum characteristics were similar between the groups. More women in the placebo group required 1 additional uterotonic agent (43% vs 26%; P < .01; relative risk, 1.3; 95% CI, 1.10, 1.50). There was not a difference between the groups in the incidence of postpartum hemorrhage or a difference in preoperative and postoperative hemoglobin level. CONCLUSION Buccal misoprostol reduces the need for additional uterotonic agents during cesarean delivery.
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- Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Women, Orlando, Fla, USA
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Baksu A, Kalan A, Ozkan A, Baksu B, Tekelioğlu M, Goker N. The effect of placental removal method and site of uterine repair on postcesarean endometritis and operative blood loss. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 2005; 84:266-9. [PMID: 15715535 DOI: 10.1111/j.0001-6349.2005.00729.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Our purpose was to determine whether blood loss during cesarean section and postoperative endometritis rate were associated with the method of placental removal and site of uterine repair. METHODS This prospective randomized study involved 840 women who underwent cesarean section. The patients were grouped into four: (1) manual placental delivery + exteriorized uterine repair; (2) spontaneous placental delivery + exteriorized uterine repair; (3) manual placental delivery + in situ uterine repair; (4) spontaneous placental delivery + in situ uterine repair. Patients were excluded if they had received intrapartum antibiotics, had chorioamnionitis, required an emergency cesarean hysterectomy, had rupture of membranes for more than 12 hr, had bleeding diathesis, and had abnormal placentation or prior postpartum hemorrhage. The main outcome measures were postoperative hemoglobin and hematocrit values, and postcesarean endometritis. RESULTS There were no statistically significant differences in mean maternal age, parity, gestational age, presence and duration of membrane rupture and number of vaginal examinations between the four groups. The decrease in postoperative hemoglobin (P < 0.05) and hematocrit (P < 0.001) was significantly greater in the manual removal groups (groups 1 and 3) than in the spontaneous expulsion groups (groups 2 and 4) at 48 hr postoperatively. The incidence of postoperative endometritis was significantly higher in manual removal groups (15.2%) (groups 1 and 3) than in spontaneous groups (5.7%) (groups 2 and 4) (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Manual removal of the placenta at cesarean delivery results in more operative blood loss and a higher incidence of postcesarean endometritis.
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- Alparslan Baksu
- 1st Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic, Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
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Hidar S, Jennane TM, Bouguizane S, Lassoued L, Bibi M, Khaïri H. The effect of placental removal method at cesarean delivery on perioperative hemorrhage: a randomized clinical trial ISRCTN 49779257. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2004; 117:179-82. [PMID: 15541854 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2004.03.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2003] [Revised: 12/08/2003] [Accepted: 03/24/2004] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate whether the method of placental removal during cesarean section has an impact on perioperative hemorrhage and maternal infectious morbidity. STUDY DESIGN Three hundred and two patients admitted for abdominal delivery were recruited in a prospective randomized clinical intention-to-treat trial. Participants were assigned to have their placenta removed either manually or spontaneously. The drop in hematocrit was the primary outcome; postpartum maternal infectious morbidity was also assessed. RESULTS Two patients were excluded for incomplete data. One-hundred-fifty-one were randomized to the manual removal group and 149 to the spontaneous group. The demographic characteristics of the two populations were similar. The mean drop (%) in the manual removal group was greater than in the spontaneous group (5.57+/-3.86 and 2.65+/-2.67, respectively; P<0.01). the incidence of postpartum infectious morbidity was also significantly greater in the manual group (RR 15.8, 95% CI 2.19-117.5). CONCLUSION Routine manual removal of placenta at cesarean section significantly increases perioperative blood loss and postpartum maternal infectious morbidity.
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- Samir Hidar
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department, F. Hached University Teaching Hospital, Boulevard M. Karoui 4000 Sousse, Tunisia.
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Morales M, Ceysens G, Jastrow N, Viardot C, Faron G, Vial Y, Kirkpatrick C, Irion O, Boulvain M. Spontaneous delivery or manual removal of the placenta during caesarean section: a randomised controlled trial. BJOG 2004; 111:908-12. [PMID: 15327603 DOI: 10.1111/j.1471-0528.2004.00228.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare blood loss with spontaneous delivery and manual removal of the placenta during caesarean section. DESIGN A randomised controlled trial. SETTING Four university hospitals between September 1999 and June 2002. POPULATION A total of 472 women delivering by caesarean section at term were randomised to spontaneous placental delivery (n= 235) or manual removal (n= 237). METHODS The allocation was made by opening the next available of a series of sealed opaque envelopes and derived from a computer-generated list of numbers. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Significant blood loss, defined as either a drop in haemoglobin of greater than 2.5 g/dL, or the need for blood transfusion. RESULTS The mean interval between delivery of the newborn and the placenta was longer in the spontaneous delivery group (3.4 vs 1.9 minutes), but the mean duration of the operation was similar. Significant blood loss occurred in 30 women (13%) in the spontaneous delivery group and 49 women (21%) in the manual removal one (RR 0.62; 95% CI 0.41-0.94). Post-operative fever affected 6 and 5 cases, respectively, and antibiotics were used in 14 and 12 cases, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Allowing spontaneous delivery of the placenta reduces significant blood loss without increasing operating time.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Geneva University Hospitals, Genèva 14, Switzerland
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- Aviva Lee-Parritz
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Boston University School of Medicine and Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts 02118, USA.
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Dehbashi S, Honarvar M, Fardi FH. Manual removal or spontaneous placental delivery and postcesarean endometritis and bleeding. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2004; 86:12-5. [PMID: 15207663 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijgo.2003.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2002] [Revised: 09/30/2003] [Accepted: 11/20/2003] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To compare the effect of manual removal and spontaneous delivery of placenta on postcesarean bleeding and endometritis. METHODS In this prospective study 400 pregnant women undergoing elective cesarean delivery were randomly assigned to two groups: spontaneous placental delivery (200 women) and manual placental delivery (200). No antibiotic prophylaxis was administered in either group. The significance of blood loss due to cesarean delivery was defined by a drop in hemoglobin concentration of more than 1 g/dl 24 h after delivery in comparison with preoperative hemoglobin concentration. Endometritis was diagnosed in patients who developed clinical signs of fever and suprapubic tenderness 48 h after delivery. We analyzed the data using a t-test. RESULTS The overall endometritis rate was 27%, in 40 women in the spontaneous placental delivery group (20%) and 68 women in the manual placental removal group (34%). There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups (P=0.001). Significant blood loss was experienced by 52 women (26%) in the spontaneous placental delivery group vs. 100 women (50%) in the manual placental delivery group. There was a statistically significant difference in blood loss between the two groups (P=0.000; RR=1.92). CONCLUSION Endometritis and blood loss in cesarean delivery is increased by manual removal of the placenta compared with the spontaneous method of placental removal.
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- S Dehbashi
- Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
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Franchi M, Ghezzi F, Raio L, Di Naro E, Miglierina M, Agosti M, Bolis P. Joel-Cohen or Pfannenstiel incision at cesarean delivery: does it make a difference? Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 2002; 81:1040-6. [PMID: 12421172 DOI: 10.1034/j.1600-0412.2002.811108.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate whether the technique to open the abdomen might influence the operative time and the maternal and neonatal outcome. METHODS All consecutive women who underwent a cesarean section at a gestational age greater than or equal to 32 weeks were randomly allocated to have either the Joel-Cohen or the Pfannenstiel incision. Exclusion criteria were two or more previous cesarean sections and previous longitudinal abdominal incision. During the study period 366 patients underwent a cesarean delivery. Of these patients, 56 did not meet the inclusion criteria. The remaining patients were allocated to the Joel-Cohen (n = 152) group and to the Pfannenstiel (n = 158) group. Extraction time was defined as the time interval from skin incision to the clamping of the umbilical cord. RESULTS The total operative time was similar in both groups [Joel-Cohen 32 min (12-60) vs. Pfannenstiel 33 min (18-70)]. The extraction time was shorter in the Joel-Cohen group than in the Pfannenstiel group [190 s (60-600) vs. 240 s (50-600), p = 0.05]. This remained statistically significant after adjustment for confounding variables (Hazard = 1.26, p = 0.05). No difference was found between groups in terms of intraoperative and postoperative complications. No difference was found in the neonatal neurodevelopmental assessment at 6 months of age in relation to the abdominal incision performed. CONCLUSION The Joel-Cohen method of opening the abdomen at cesarean delivery is faster then the Pfannenstiel technique at delivering the fetus. However, considering the absence of benefits to the mother and the fetus there is no clear indication for performing a Joel-Cohen incision.
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- Massimo Franchi
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology University of Insubria, Varese, Italy.
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Obesity as an Independent Risk Factor for Infectious Morbidity in Patients Who Undergo Cesarean Delivery. Obstet Gynecol 2002. [DOI: 10.1097/00006250-200211000-00024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Tully L, Gates S, Brocklehurst P, McKenzie-McHarg K, Ayers S. Surgical techniques used during caesarean section operations: results of a national survey of practice in the UK. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2002; 102:120-6. [PMID: 11950477 DOI: 10.1016/s0301-2115(01)00589-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 75] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine what surgical techniques are used by obstetricians in the UK for elective and emergency caesarean section operations. STUDY DESIGN A postal questionnaire to all members and fellows of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) resident in the UK, requesting information about the use of surgical techniques and antibiotic and anticoagulant prophylaxis for elective and emergency caesarean sections. RESULTS The response rate was 78.7%. A range of techniques was used for all procedures in caesarean section operations. Only a few techniques were used by more than 80% of obstetricians, including double layer closure of the uterus, use of prophylactic antibiotics and Pfannenstiel abdominal entry (for elective caesarean sections). There were few large differences in practice between elective and emergency caesarean sections. In emergency operations, more obstetricians use the Joel-Cohen method of abdominal entry (32.7 versus 16%) and more usually use prophylactic antibiotics and heparin (93.2 versus 85.4% and 45.8 versus 32.9%, respectively). CONCLUSIONS There was wide variation in the surgical techniques used by obstetricians for caesarean section operations. There is an urgent need for future research to evaluate many aspects of caesarean section operations on substantive short- and long-term outcomes.
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- Lucy Tully
- National Perinatal Epidemiology Unit, Institute of Health Sciences, Old Road, Oxfrod OX3 7LF, UK
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Ansaloni L, Brundisini R, Morino G, Kiura A. Prospective, randomized, comparative study of Misgav Ladach versus traditional cesarean section at Nazareth Hospital, Kenya. World J Surg 2001; 25:1164-72. [PMID: 11571954 DOI: 10.1007/bf03215866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Cesarean section (CS) is the commonest major operation carried out in many low income countries. A new technique for CS, called the Misgav Ladach procedure, was evaluated in a randomized trial in Nazareth Hospital (Kiambu District, Kenya). A total of 160 patients were assigned to the Misgav Ladach procedure (n = 80) or to the traditional CS as performed in most rural hospitals in low income countries (n = 80). The two groups were analyzed by operating time, presence of infection and febrile morbidity, grade of postoperative pain, starting of fluid and solid alimentation, and development of incisional hernia and hypertrophic scar. The operating time of the Misgav Ladach procedure was significantly shorter. 20.4 (SD 6.1) minutes versus 30.4 (SD 6.1) minutes (p < 0.001). A total of 5 wound infections (6.2%) were seen with the Misgav Ladach procedure versus 16 (20.0%) in the control group (p = 0.01). The number of analgesic doses required during the postoperative period were significantly less in the Misgav Ladach group: 1.3 (SD 0.6) versus 1.9 (SD 0.7) ampuls of pethidine (p < 0.001) and 15.1 (SD 2.0) versus 16.4 (SD 1.8) tablets of ibuprofen (p < 0.001). Incisional pain was significantly less in the Misgav Ladach group: Visual Analogue Scale score 3.0 (SD 1.5) versus 4.9 (SD 2.0), p < 0.01. The patients in the Misgav Ladach group began drinking fluids voluntarily [19.1 (SD 4.5) hours versus 20.6 (SD 4.0) hours; p = 0.01] and eating solid food [41.2 (SD 9.3) hours versus 46.1 (SD 9.0) hours; p < 0.01] significantly before than those in the control group. At the 6-week follow-up, the presence of hypertrophic scar was significantly associated with the traditional procedure (2.1% vs. 48.8%; p < 0.001). We conclude that the Misgav Ladach operation should become the standard method for performing CS in low income countries, particularly in rural hospitals.
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- L Ansaloni
- Nazareth Hospital, PO Box 49682, Nairobi, Kenya.
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In many countries caesarean section has become the mode of delivery in over a quarter of all births. Safety of the mother and cost are the two main areas of concern. Various studies on the techniques of performing a caesarean section have focused on reducing the operating time, blood loss, wound infection and cost. Given the fact that caesarean section is the most commonly performed operation in obstetrics, it is important that trainers and trainees are familiar with the basic surgical techniques and that best practice is followed. At the same time surgeons should take necessary precautions to reduce their risk of exposure to Hepatitis B and HIV. The skin incision and entry into abdominal cavity is best achieved by the modified Cohen's incision. The lower segment transverse uterine incision has stood the test of time over a period of 75 years and remains the best way to enter the uterus. Closure of the uterus in single layer appears to be acceptable, whenever technically possible. Placental delivery should be by controlled cord traction after spontaneous expulsion. Closure of the visceral and parietal layers of the peritoneum no longer seems to be necessary. Obliteration of space in the subcutaneous layer, either by suture or by suction, seems to reduce wound disruption. These issues are being considered in the CAESAR randomized controlled trial of surgical techniques currently underway in England.Prophylactic antibiotics are mandatory in preventing post-operative morbidity. Many of the above mentioned steps have been tested in randomized trials. Further studies are needed to examine a wide range of questions arising from this review, e.g. best position of the patient, the value of exteriorization of the uterus whilst repairing the uterus, and the use of agents to relax the uterus in difficult deliveries.
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- K R Hema
- North Staffordshire Hospital NHS Trust, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, UK
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Surbek DV, Visca E, Steinmann C, Tichelli A, Schatt S, Hahn S, Gratwohl A, Holzgreve W. Umbilical cord blood collection before placental delivery during cesarean delivery increases cord blood volume and nucleated cell number available for transplantation. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2000; 183:218-21. [PMID: 10920334 DOI: 10.1067/mob.2000.105744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We sought to determine whether umbilical cord blood collection during cesarean delivery can be improved by collecting cord blood before delivery of the placenta. STUDY DESIGN Patients undergoing cesarean delivery were randomly assigned to cord blood collection before or after placental delivery. Closed sterile collection systems were used for blood sampling. Cord blood characteristics and maternal outcome parameters were compared between the 2 groups. RESULTS A total number of 40 patients were available for analysis. No differences in maternal and neonatal characteristics were found. A larger amount of cord blood volume (mean +/- SEM, 93 +/- 7.5 vs 66 +/- 6.6 mL; P =.013) and total nucleated cell number (11.1 +/- 1.2 vs 7.4 +/- 0.8 x 10(8) cells; P =.026) was obtained in the samples collected before compared with those collected after placental delivery. Similarly, there was a trend toward higher total CD34(+) cell number in samples collected in situ (30.0 +/- 6.0 vs 17.4 +/- 2.4 x 10(5) cells; P =.076). Estimated intraoperative blood loss, difference between prepartum and postpartum hemoglobin values, operating time, and puerperal infection rates were similar in both groups. CONCLUSION If a cesarean delivery is performed, cord blood sampling is more efficacious if performed before delivery of the placenta. This collection method seems beneficial and safe and might therefore be preferably used for related, as well as unrelated, cord blood stem cell banking and transplantation.
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- D V Surbek
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Laboratory of Hematology, University of Basel, Switzerland
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Björklund K, Kimaro M, Urassa E, Lindmark G. Introduction of the Misgav Ladach caesarean section at an African tertiary centre: a randomised controlled trial. BJOG 2000; 107:209-16. [PMID: 10688504 DOI: 10.1111/j.1471-0528.2000.tb11691.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine whether the Misgav Ladach caesarean section technique can offer benefits compared with conventional caesarean section technique in the prevailing conditions of a busy African tertiary centre. DESIGN A randomised controlled trial. SETTING A tertiary African obstetric unit with 18,000 deliveries annually. PARTICIPANTS Three hundred and thirty-nine women undergoing caesarean section. METHODS Eight residents and registrars were instructed in the Misgav Ladach technique for caesarean section during one week, after which the study commenced. The course participants instructed their colleagues; in total, 16 doctors participated. Women requiring caesarean section were randomised to Misgav Ladach or to the conventional lower midline incision procedure, excluding those with a previous scar. RESULTS During 11 weeks 339 randomised procedures (328 of which were emergency procedures) were carried out. Mean operating time was 25 x 3 minutes for Misgav Ladach and 32 x 6 minutes for the lower midline incision procedure (95% CI -8 x 3; -6 x 3). Mean blood loss was 354 mL and 447 mL (-133; -53), and the number of sutures 3 x 1 and 6 x 1 (-3 x 1; -2 x 9), respectively. No significant difference was found in Apgar scores. Mobilisation was earlier with the Misgav Ladach procedure. No difference was found in overall post-operative infection rates i.e. wound infection or febrile illness, but the combination of wound infection and fever was more common in the Misgav Ladach group. CONCLUSION The Misgav Ladach caesarean section confers benefits such as reduced blood loss, conservation of time and suture material, and rapid mobilisation, but more studies are needed to explore modifications aimed at reducing post-operative infections in settings with limited resources.
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- K Björklund
- Department of Women's and Children's Health, Section of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Uppsala University, Sweden
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Wallin G, Fall O. Modified Joel-Cohen technique for caesarean delivery. BRITISH JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY 1999; 106:221-6. [PMID: 10426640 DOI: 10.1111/j.1471-0528.1999.tb08234.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate whether a series of changes in the current caesarean section operative routine, based on new knowledge, would be beneficial. DESIGN A prospective controlled trial. SETTING Labour ward with approximately 3000 deliveries annually in a suburban area of Gothenburg, Sweden. PARTICIPANTS Seventy-two pregnant women scheduled for delivery by caesarean section were randomised to either modified Joel-Cohen technique (n = 36) or Pfannenstiel technique (n = 36). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Blood loss during surgery and operating time. RESULTS The median estimated intra-operative blood loss was 250 mL in the modified Joel-Cohen group and 400 mL in the Pfannenstiel group (P = 0.026). The proportion of women with > or = 300 mL was 16/36 in the modified Joel-Cohen group vs 28/36 in the Pfannenstiel group (OR 0.229, 95% CI 0.082-0.637). Median operating time was 20 min in the modified Joel-Cohen group compared with 28 min in the Pfannenstiel group (P < 0.001). The proportion of women with > or = 25 min was 1/36 in the modified Joel-Cohen group vs 33/36 in the Pfannenstiel group (OR 0.003, 95% CI 0.000-0.026). CONCLUSIONS We conclude that the modified Joel-Cohen technique of caesarean delivery reduced intraoperative blood loss and operating time compared with the Pfannenstiel technique.
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- G Wallin
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Many studies suggest that therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) could be used better. For example, a high proportion of TDM assays either lack an inappropriate indication or are drawn with suboptimal timing, particularly for inpatients. From a perspective of quality, undermonitoring has more potential adverse consequences than overmonitoring. Because both overuse and underuse occur, it may be possible to improve the quality of TDM while reducing its costs and, more important, to have similar effects on the quality and costs associated with caring for patients administered drugs.
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- D W Bates
- Center for Applied Medical Information Systems Research, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, USA
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The delivery of twins presents considerable challenges to the obstetric team, particularly in terms of decision-making, technical skills required and the need to respond quickly to changing circumstances. There is a serious lack of sound evidence upon which to base decisions concerning the method of delivery of twins. The trend towards the routine use of caesarean section is not supported by evidence of improved outcome for the infants, while maternal outcome is compromised. Specific circumstances that may have a bearing on the need for caesarean section include gestational age, presentation of the twins and chorionicity/amnionicity. Caesarean section does not eliminate the chance of fetal trauma during delivery, particularly for premature twins. The techniques of twin delivery, whether vaginal or by caesarean section, require thorough preparation for all possible eventualities, and skilled teamwork. Particular attention should be paid to emotional needs during labour, birth and afterwards, of the parents of twins.
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- G J Hofmeyr
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Coronation Hospital, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Lasley DS, Eblen A, Yancey MK, Duff P. The effect of placental removal method on the incidence of postcesarean infections. Am J Obstet Gynecol 1997; 176:1250-4. [PMID: 9215181 DOI: 10.1016/s0002-9378(97)70342-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Our purpose was to determine whether the incidence of postoperative endometritis and wound infection is associated with the method of placental removal at the time of cesarean section. STUDY DESIGN Parturients undergoing cesarean delivery were prospectively randomized to have the placenta removed manually or spontaneously. Patients were excluded from participation if they had received intrapartum prophylactic antibiotics or had been determined to have chorioamnionitis. After delivery of the infant women in the manual group had the placenta extracted by the primary surgeon, whereas women in the spontaneous group had the placenta delivered by gentle traction on the umbilical cord. All study subjects received perioperative prophylactic antibiotics. The primary outcome variable was a postcesarean infection, defined as postecsarean endometritis or wound cellulitis requiring drainage and antibiotic therapy. RESULTS A total of 333 women were enrolled in the investigation, with 165 assigned to the manual removal group and 168 allocated to have spontaneous removal. There were no statistically significant differences in mean gestational age, frequency or duration of ruptured membranes, frequency or duration of labor, or mean number of vaginal examinations between the two study groups. Postoperative infections occurred in 25 of 168 (15%) women in the spontaneous delivery group compared with 44 of 165 (27%) women in which the placenta was manually extracted (relative risk 0.6, 95% confidence interval 0.4 to 0.9, p = 0.01). Subset analysis of patients delivered with ruptured membranes similarly demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in the incidence of postoperative infections with spontaneous placental removal compared with manual extraction (20% vs. 38%, relative risk 0.5, 95% confidence interval 0.3 to 0.9, p = 0.02). There was a similar trend toward a reduction in postdelivery infections associated with spontaneous placental removal in women with intact membranes; however, this difference did not attain statistical significance. CONCLUSIONS Spontaneous delivery of the placenta after cesarean delivery is associated with a decrease in the incidence of postcesarean infections.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tripler Army Medical Center, USA
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