Assessment knowledge of pregnant women’s toward Cesarean Section at the Gynecology and Pediatric Hospitals in Kirkuk City

Abstract

Background:Cesarean section (CS) is one of the most commonly performed major abdominal procedures. C-section is a life-saving procedure for both the mother and the baby,but unimportant indications and misuse of C-sections can significantly reduce the quality of life for both the mother and the new baby, and additionally place thefamily in financial difficulty.

Objective:The objective of this research aims to assess the knowledge of pregnant women regarding cesarean section at Gynecology and Pediatric Hospitals in Kirkuk City.

Methods:A descriptive study was carried out to evaluatepregnant women knowledge regarding cesarean section starting from 29th November 2022 to the 29th April 2023.A non-probability sample of (600) was selected. The data were collected through the application of a validated questionnaire, in three parts, the first part related to social and demographic data, and the second part was concern of pregnant women knowledge regarding cesarean section and the final part was about the pregnant women knowledge regarding the complication of cesarean section.

Result:The results showed that the age group (25-29) was the highest group, and (28%) of women could read and write, (82%) were housewives, (70%) lived in urban areas, and (52%) the income during month  hadsatisfy to some extent.

Conclusion:The majority of pregnant women were poorly informed about most elements of C/S.