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Obstetric Emergencies: Role of Obstetric Drill for a Better Maternal Outcome

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Abstract

Objective

To evaluate factors contributing to obstetric emergencies, analyze the fetomaternal outcome and role of obstetric drill in facing these emergencies effectively.

Material and Method

Out of 10,892 deliveries, a total of 520 women were included in this prospective study. Analysis of emergency obstetric conditions was done by evaluating incidence, various contributing factors, and fetomaternal outcome. Obstetric drill was conducted among residents repetitively. Pre drill and post drill assessment of confidence in clinical, knowledge, and team work skills were compared by χ2 test. Impact of drill on severe obstetric morbidities was noted.

Observations

Incidence of obstetric emergencies was found to be 4.88 %. Maternal and perinatal mortality was seen in 4.23 and 37.11 %, respectively, of these emergency obstetric women. Impact of drill showed an increase in score in knowledge (p < 0.019), confidence (p, 0.001), and team work (p < 0.001).

Conclusion

Active implementation of emergency obstetric care and incorporation of obstetric drill lays a strong foundation for safe fetomaternal outcome.

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Singh, A., Nandi, L. Obstetric Emergencies: Role of Obstetric Drill for a Better Maternal Outcome. J Obstet Gynecol India 62, 291–296 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13224-012-0218-9

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