Abstract:Background
In Tayside the number of women receiving GA for operative delivery is increasing. For pregnant women GA is associated with difficulties in airway management, aspiration and increased maternal mortality.
Aims
To determine the rate of GA for operative delivery, the indications for GA and complications associated with GA.
Methods
All women who delivered in NHS Tayside in 2013 were included. Information for women who had GA for operative delivery was obtained from the maternity notes and the local m… Show more
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