MATERNAL RISK FACTORS AND CLINICAL OUTCOMES IN WOUND DEHISCENCE FOLLOWING CAESAREAN SECTION

Abstract

This study examines the association between various risk factors and the likelihood of developing a particular condition, based on a cohort of 100 individuals, with 50 cases and 50 controls. Statistical analysis reveals significant disparities in the prevalence of risk factors between the case and control groups, with obesity, diabetes, infection at the incision site, poor nutritional status, smoking, steroid use, multiple previous C-sections, emergency cesarean delivery, and excessive strain on the incision all showing a higher frequency in the case group. The p-values for all factors were well below the conventional threshold of 0.05, underscoring the robustness of these associations. Specifically, infection at the incision site (p = 0.000) and diabetes (p = 0.001) exhibited the strongest correlations with the condition. These findings suggest that these risk factors play a critical role in the pathogenesis of the condition and underscore the importance of targeted preventive strategies. Furthermore, the analysis provides a foundation for future research exploring the underlying mechanisms by which these factors contribute to the development of the condition.