OPERATIVE IATROGENESIS IN OBSTETRIC PRACTICE: ERRORS AND THEIR CONSEQUENCES
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operative iatrogenesis, obstetric errors, maternal mortality, surgical complications, anesthesia complications, maternal morbidity, obstetric practiceAbstract
Operative iatrogenesis, defined as medical complications resulting from healthcare interventions, remains a significant contributor to maternal morbidity and mortality. This retrospective study analyzed cases of maternal complications and deaths associated with operative errors in a tertiary maternity hospital from 2018 to 2024. The most common errors included surgical technique failures, anesthesia complications, and delayed interventions. These errors frequently resulted in severe outcomes such as hemorrhage, sepsis, organ injury, and maternal death. The study highlights the importance of protocol adherence, timely recognition of complications, and multidisciplinary management to reduce operative iatrogenic events.
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