Impact of Maternal Height on Delivery Outcome: A Cross-Sectional Study: Impact of Maternal Height on Delivery Outcome: A Cross-Sectional Study

Rozina  Khan; Nazish  Baloch; Saira  Ali; Zeb un Nisa  Jogezai; Fouzia  Jan; Sadia  Kakar

doi:10.54393/pbmj.v5i7.633

Authors

Rozina Khan Bolan Medical Complex Hospital Quetta, Pakistan
Nazish Baloch Bolan Medical Complex Hospital Quetta, Pakistan
Saira Ali Bolan Medical Complex Hospital Quetta, Pakistan
Zeb un Nisa Jogezai Bolan Medical Complex Hospital Quetta, Pakistan
Fouzia Jan Bolan Medical Complex Hospital Quetta, Pakistan
Sadia Kakar Bolan Medical Complex Hospital Quetta, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54393/pbmj.v5i7.633

Keywords:

Cesarean section, Obstetric labor, Pregnancy, Maternal height, Mode of delivery

Abstract

Maternal height influences obstetric effects, especially the delivery outcome. It is crucial to identify and anticipate potential CPD at every birth in order to avoid the detrimental effects of an undiagnosed imbalance. Maternal height is closely associated with women's ease of vaginal delivery. Objective: To assess the impact of maternal height on the delivery outcome. Methods: The study included nulliparous women aged between 19 to 35 years, with a height between 140-155 cm, and a singleton pregnancy with cephalic presentation. Data were collected through a predesigned questionnaire. The pregnant women were categorized concerning their heights, and the delivery outcomes and complications were compared. The main outcome was the manner of delivery (vaginal delivery or CS). Secondary outcomes were a composite of newborn morbidity, including infant distress, mechanical ventilation, neonatal intensive care unit hospitalization, perineal injury, postpartum hemorrhage, and puerperal fever. Results: A total of 383 cases were included in the present study. The range of the patient’s height was from 140 to 155 cm. The age of pregnant women was between 19-35 years. Women of ≤ 145 cm had a higher cesarean section (CS) rate than the group of 150-155 cm. No significant correlation was observed between maternal and neonatal mortality concerning maternal height. Conclusion: Females with short stature have higher chances of Cesarean Section than vaginal delivery. As a result, these women should deliver in a health-care institution where their labor may be thoroughly watched and a prompt choice about delivery mode made. Clinical examinations during prenatal visits should include maternal height.

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