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International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
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Vol. 7, Issue 1, Part A (2025)

Women's perspectives and knowledge of delivery methods in Saladin Governorate

Author(s):

Israa Hashim Abdul-Karim and Thanaa Ibrahim mhmood

Abstract:

Background: Normal vaginal delivery and caesarean section is among the most performed operations in the world and the rate and frequency of their operations is influenced by the knowledge and attitude of the women towards them.
Objectives: To assess knowledge and attitude of the women regarding mode of delivery and to find out mother preference on mode of delivery and its associated factors.
Patients and Methods: A cross sectional study of 200 women, all data was collected through a questionnaire that obtained information including demographic characteristics and obstetrical data, questions on subjects' knowledge and attitude towards intimate partner violence (IPV).
Results: Most of the participants were in the “20-24 years” age group and “40%” were employee. At least 3 previous pregnancies are 58 with 7. About 46% attended college, and most have average to good income. (69.5%) of women wish to be delivered normally and (28.5%) wants caesarean section.
Conclusion: The findings underscore the necessity of providing education for women, particularly those who are pregnant and their husbands on the benefits and risks associated with various delivery options; indications for various modes of delivery; and the advantages and risks of these options. Mothers should be assisted to make a decision on the mode of delivery in antenatal visit by well-trained health-care workers.
 

Pages: 33-40  |  273 Views  111 Downloads


International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
How to cite this article:
Israa Hashim Abdul-Karim and Thanaa Ibrahim mhmood. Women's perspectives and knowledge of delivery methods in Saladin Governorate. Int. J. Obstet. Gynaecol. 2025;7(1):33-40. DOI: 10.33545/26648334.2025.v7.i1a.38
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