Table 12 Overall indications for caesarean birth
Reason | Number/39 (%) | Pre-labour CB/16 (%) | In-labour CB/23 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Delay in labour | 12 (30.8) | 12 (52.2) | |
Changed mind/maternal request | 9 (23.1) | 9 (56.3) | |
Maternal indication for delivery | 4 (10.3) | 3 (18.8) | 1 (4.3) |
Footling presentation | 4 (10.3) | 1 (6.3) | 3 (13.0) |
High estimated foetal weight | 3 (7.7) | 1 (6.3) | 2 (8.7) |
Non-reassuring foetal condition | 2 (5.1) | 1 (6.3) | 1 (4.3) |
Oligohydramnios | 2 (5.1) | 1 (6.3) | 1 (4.3) |
Cord prolapse | 1 (2.6) | 1 (4.3) | |
Advised against by non-OptiBreech professional | 1 (2.6) | 1 (4.3) | |
Premature rupture of membranes | 1 (2.6) | 1 (4.3) |