2022
DOI: 10.1101/2022.12.21.22283818
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It’s complicated…: Exploring the missed opportunities and reasons for non-performance of assisted vaginal births in Kenya

Abstract: Unnecessary Caesarean Section (CS) can have adverse effects on women and their newborn. Assisted vaginal birth/delivery (AVB/AVD) using a suction device or obstetric forceps is a potential alternative when delays or complications occur in the second stage of labour. Unlike CS, AVB using a suction device does not require regional or general anaesthesia, can often be performed by midwives, and does not scar the uterus, lowering the risk of maternal mortality and morbidity, in this and subsequent pregnancies. Thi… Show more

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“…Similarly, only one medical officer had appropriate AVD skills. This may explain the reticence to conduct assisted vaginal birth seen in some Kenyan health facilities (26).…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Similarly, only one medical officer had appropriate AVD skills. This may explain the reticence to conduct assisted vaginal birth seen in some Kenyan health facilities (26).…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%