C-section Indications

Indications for C-section

A. Fetal issues

1) Fetal distress

2) Malpresentation

3) Malposition

4) Cord prolpase

5) Macrosomia

B. Maternal issues

1) Previous Classic C-section (absolute indication)

2) H/o of prior uterine rupture

3) Failed induction of labor

4) Dystocia

5) Active herpes infection

6) Severe preeclampsia

7) Eclampsia

8) Heart disease

9) Diabetes mellitus

10) HIV

C. Feto-maternal issues

1) CPD

2) Placenta previa

3) Placental abruption

4) Multiple gestations