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Rates of elective caesarean sections, by institution and provider of care, according to review of medical notes
| Institution and care provider | No of elective caesareans/ total No of deliveries (%) |
|---|---|
| Public hospital: | |
| Midwife or doctor on duty | 18/147 (12) |
| Private obstetrician | 32/47 (68) |
| University hospital: | |
| Midwife or doctor on duty | 15/106 (14) |
| Private obstetrician | 19/63 (30) |
| Private clinic | 88/177 (50) |
