Optimizing caesarean section use and feasibility of implementing the Robson classification system: Perspectives of healthcare providers and policymakers.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and objective

In recent decades, caesarean section rates have increased dramatically worldwide and the reasons for this trend are not fully understood. This continuing trend has raised public health concerns regarding higher maternal and perinatal risks, high costs, healthcare efficiency, and inequality of services. The current study aimed to explore the perspectives and insights of healthcare providers and policymakers in the Israeli health system regarding the factors that drive caesarean section rates and the readiness and feasibility of implementing the Robson Ten Group Classification System for the first time.

Methods

Semi-structured interviews were conducted (n = 12) with purposefully selected healthcare providers and policymakers in Israel. Data wa

SUBMITTER: Shtainmetz N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10964469 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature