Rupture of the uterus: a review of 32 cases in a general hospital in Zambia
- 11 May 1996
- Vol. 312 (7040) , 1204-1205
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.312.7040.1204
Abstract
Between 1 July 1993 and 30 June 1994, 32 cases of uterine rupture were recorded at Mansa General Hospital, Zambia. This 412 bed secondary care centre receives referrals from hospitals, dispensaries, and health centres within Luapula province (population 160000). During the study period there were 1858 deliveries, including 98 caesarean sections.Keywords
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