Incidence of Episiotomy in Kasr Alainy OBGYN Hospital in Cairo, Egypt: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT: Objective: This study aims to determine the incidence of episiotomy in Kasr Alainy OBGYN Hospital in Cairo, Egypt. The objectives include identifying and examining the reasons behind the notably higher episiotomy rates in this region, and assessing the relevance of general WHO recommendations in lower-middle-income countries. Design: This observational cross-sectional study was conducted between March 1, 2022 and June 30, 2022, to determine the incidence of episiotomy among vaginal deliveries in the hospital. Setting: Data was collected from patient charts at Kasr Alainy OBGYN Hospital in Cairo, Egypt. Patient Sample: The total number of patient charts inspected was 1731, of which 1545 met the inclusion criteria. Methods: Data were manually collected from

SUBMITTER: Sadek O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11824849 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature