Association Between the Length of Interpregnancy Interval and Pregnancy Outcomes in Women With One Previous Caeserian Section Undergoing a Repeat Caeserian Delivery at Term at Term at Pumwani Maternity Hospital Between 2014 and 2018 a Cross-sectional Study

Abstract

Background: A caesarean section (CS) is a life-saving surgical procedure when certain complications arise during pregnancy and labour. However, it is a major surgery and is associated with immediate maternal and perinatal risks and may have implications for future pregnancies as well as long-term effects that are still being investigated. The use of CS has increased dramatically worldwide in the last decades particularly in middle- and high-income countries.(4) Short or long interpregnancy interval(IPI)contributes to adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes in both low and high-income countries. World Health Organization (WHO) recommends IPI of at least 24 months to lower the risk of maternal and perinatal adverse outcomes in line with the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) recommendation of at least 24 months for breastfeeding..........................................................