| Title | [Symphysiotomy. A thought-provoking example of appropriate technique in the Third World] | | Author(s) | Ersdal HL, Bergström S | | Institution | Institutt for internasjonal helse, Blindern, Oslo. | | Source | Tidsskr Nor Laegeforen 1997 Apr 10; 117(9):1301-3. | | MeSH | Developing Countries
Female
Humans
Pregnancy
Symphysiotomy
| | Abstract | Cutting through the symphysis pubis cartilage as a means of widening the birth canal during long, drawn-out deliveries was probably common in Europe at the turn of the century and presumably occurred even later. As a result of progress in hygiene and clinical practice, Caesarean section has become much more common in such situations. In developing countries, where supervision of pregnant women is non-existent or extremely poor, Caesarean section can be a dangerous operation. Mortality figures around 1-3% are common, and the women are left with the unfavourable prognosis of a uterine scar. Therefore, symphysiotomy is still practised in settings where neither hygiene nor material resources permit. Caesarean section, because it is simple to perform and makes a negligible demand on resources. | | Language | nor | | Pub Type(s) | English Abstract
Journal Article
| | PubMed ID | 9182360 |
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