Table 1 Proportions of obstetric procedures performed during training by Assistant Medical Officers trained in Comprehensive EmOC
Category of procedures | Total number of procedures performed | Minimum target set per course participant | Proportions performed per participant |
|---|---|---|---|
Normal deliveries | 207 | 15 | 107% (15) |
Breech delivery assisted | 35 | 5 | 60% (3) |
Repair of cervical and perineal tears | 111 | 11 | 81% (8) |
Caesarean sections | 208 | 15 | 107% (15) |
Vacuum deliveries | 20 | 5 | 40% (2) |
Operation on ruptured uterus (repair or subtotal hysterectomy) | 26 | 6 | 33% (2) |
Laparotomy for ruptured ectopic pregnancy | 44 | 7 | 43% (3) |
Manual removal of placenta | 38 | 5 | 60% (3) |
Evacuation of inevitable, incomplete and septic abortions | 103 | 10 | 80% (7) |