Table 5. Distribution of Medical Indications of Undergoing C-section.

C-section: cesarean section 

Medical indications of undergoing C-section frequencies	N (%)
Failure to progress in labor (dystocia)	28 (17.5)
Malpresentations	40 (25)
Acute fetal distress	4 (2.5)
Preterm births	9 (5.6)
Placental abruption	4 (2.5)
Placenta previa	2 (1.3)
Failed induction of labor	3 (1.9)
Hypertensive disorders	15 (9.4)
Prolonged pregnancy	3 (1.9)
Pelvic organ prolapse	1 (0.6)
Birth defect	2 (1.3)
Nuchal cord	3 (1.9)
Ectopic pregnancy	3 (1.9)
Gestational diabetes	8 (5)
Weak fetal pulse	9 (5.6)
Hemorrhage	2 (1.3)
Other	24 (15)
Total	160 (100)