Browsing by Subject "Caesarean section"
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Antimicrobial prophylaxis in caesarean section in Mulago Hospital: effect of administration time on incidence of post-operative infection: randomised clinical trial.
(Makerere University, 2014)Background: Prophylactic antibiotic administration is used to prevent post-surgical infection after caesarean section. Studies have suggested that the timing of prophylaxis plays an important role (Classen et al., 1992). ... -
Correlates of caesarean delivery in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-12)The increasing rate of caesarean deliveries has become a serious concern for public health experts globally. Various medical and non-medical factors are found to be responsible for this upsurge. Like in other countries, ... -
Effect of 0.25mg/kg intravenous ketamine during spinal anaesthesia on post caesarean analgesic requirement in elective caesarean sections in Mulago.
(Makerere University, 2014)Post-operative pain continues to negatively affect the quality of life in obstetric patients worldwide and Mulago National Referral Hospital in Uganda, with its high turnover of mothers, is no exception. Research ... -
Effect of ringer’s lactate on maternal and neonatal ph in caesarean section at Mulago Hospital, a randomized trial
(Makerere University, 2012-07)Objective: To compare the effect on mean maternal and neonatal pH, and 24-hour postoperative morbidity, following intraoperative RL vs. NS in caesarean section at Mulago Hospital. Design: A parallel double blind randomized ... -
Effects of propofol versus thiopental on apgar scores in newborns and peri-operative outcomes of women undergoing caesarean section: A randomized clinical trial.
(Makerere University, 2014-07)Introduction: General and regional anaesthesia are the two main techniques used in caesarean sections. Regional anaesthesia is the preferred choice although in certain circumstances like patient choice, back deformities; ... -
Factors associated with caesarean section delivery in Kisenyi Health Centre IV in Kampala District
(Wambete Smos samson, 2018-11-26)Introduction: Globally, at least 160 million women become pregnant annually, of which only 15% of them develop pregnancy related complications with some ending up in death. Caesarean Section is one of the lifesaving medical ... -
Incidence and associated factors of acute back pain following spinal anaesthesia in mothers delivered by caesarean section at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2020-07)Background: Spinal anaesthesia is a reliable and easy technique frequently used in anaesthetic practice. Post spinal back pain is one of the complications causing discomfort in patients, leading to rejection of its use for ... -
Obstructed labour: risk and determinants of intraoperative and early postoperative complications in women delivered by caesarian section in Mulago Hospital.
(2009-06)INTRODUCTION: Obstructed labour is a major cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. The preferred mode of delivery in most cases is caesarean section (CS). During CS, the pathophysiologic sequel of the obstruction pose ... -
Oxytocin and misoprostol versus oxytocin alone in reduction of blood loss in emergency caesarean section in Mulago Hospital Uganda, RCT
(Makerere University, 2011-05)Background: The commonest cause of excessive bleeding at caesarean section is uterine atony. Bolus oxytocin is usually given to prevent uterine atony but mothers undergoing emergency caesarean section for required additional ... -
Post operative myalgia following caesarean section at Mulago hospital: a randomised controlled trial comparing suxamethonium and rocuronium
(Makerere University, 2005-10)Suxamethonium, a depolarising muscle relaxant used to facilitate tracheal intubation during general anaesthesia is so highly associated with post operative myalgia that,although there are other causes of POM,the terms POM ... -
Pregnancy outcomes of mothers with one previous caesarean section scar offered trial of labour in Mulago Hospital: A cohort study.
(Makerere University, 2012)Background: Vaginal birth (or trial of labour) after previous Caesarean delivery represents one of the most significant changes in obstetric practice as it is a safe and appropriate option that can help reduce the number ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with early postpartum anemia among women delivered by caesarean section at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Introduction Early postpartum anemia (48 hours after delivery) is a global problem with deleterious consequences. It remains unacceptably high despite various interventions. There is scarcity of data on the prevalence ... -
Risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes among women with placenta previa at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)Background Placenta previa is a condition where the placenta is attached partially or entirely on the lower uterine segment, and occurs at a 0.005% global, 0.4% South Sudanese and 1.7% Ugandan prevalence. Many predictors; ... -
Satisfaction of post caesarean section mothers with pain management at Mulago National Refferal Hospital
(Makerere University, 2015-06)Back ground: Delivery by caesarean section (CS) is becoming more frequent and one of the most common operative procedures performed worldwide. The optimal rate for CS births is indicated to be 5% to 10% of all births. In ... -
Using a criterion based audit to assess impact of Lucas classification of urgency of caesarean section on pregnancy outcomes at Kawempe National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: Global caesarean section (C-section) rates have increased from around 7% in 1990 to 21% in 2023. In Uganda, the C-section rate stands at 6% and 11% among first-order births indicating a high incidence of primary ... -
Uterotonic efficacy of oxytocin 2.5 versus 10 units during caesarean section at mulago hospital: a double blinded clinical trial.
(Makerere University, 2011)Introduction: Oxytocin is routinely administered during Caesarean section Delivery (C/S) to initiate and maintain adequate uterine tone (UT) and reduce blood loss after placenta delivery. Oxytocin is however associated ...