Postpartum Infectious Morbidity in Cesarean Section Delivery
Conditions
Brief summary
This study aims to determine the effectiveness of skin cleansing and prophylactic antibiotics given to women undergoing a cesarean section for reducing the incidence of postpartum infectious morbidity and to assess potential maternal adverse effects and any impact on the infant.
Interventions
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
1. Women undergoing cesarean delivery, both elective and non-elective. 2. Rupture of membranes and labor contractions will be allowed.
Exclusion criteria
1. Unknown outcome from the patient. 2. Refusing to participate in the study from the admission conse 3. Allergy to antibiotics. 4. Any visible infection.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| role of skin cleansing and prophylactic antibiotics given to women undergoing a cesarean section for reducing the incidence of postpartum infectious morbidity | 2 weeks following cesarean section |