Opinion And Attitude of Expectant Mothers Towards Cesarean Delivery, A Quantitive Cross-Sectional Survey at A Public Tertiary Care Hospital in Pakistan

Abstract

Introduction: Caesarean section (CS) rates are increasing globally, including in Pakistan. Understanding the insights and attitudes of pregnant females towards CS is crucial for improving maternal healthcare services.

Objective: This study aimed to assess the opinions and attitudes of pregnant women towards CS in Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar, Pakistan.

Methodology: A quantitative descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 133 pregnant women attending the outpatient department of Khyber Teaching Hospital. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data, which was analyzed using SPSS version 30.0.

Results: The study found that pregnant women in Khyber Teaching Hospital had a strong preference for vaginal delivery, with 59.4% of respondents being illiterate and 91% identifying as Muslim. The study revealed that expectant mothers had positive perceptions with a mean of 3.462 and a standard deviation of 0.6, and a negative attitude with a mean of 2.32 with a standard deviation of 0.641.

Conclusion: The study highlights the need for culturally sensitive health education campaigns to address the stigma and misconceptions surrounding CS. Improving health literacy, patient-provider communication, and access to high-quality care are essential for promoting informed decision-making and improving maternal health outcomes