Maternal resuscitation drills for perimortem Caesarean section: use of a prepacked instrument set and a manikin model

Shuk-Leung MA; Wing-Yan SHIU; William Wing-Kee TO; Choi-Wah KONG

doi:10.12809/hkjgom.20.2.03

Authors

Shuk-Leung MA
Wing-Yan SHIU
William Wing-Kee TO
Choi-Wah KONG

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12809/hkjgom.20.2.03

Abstract

Prompt delivery of the baby by emergency perimortem Caesarean section (PMCS) in the event of maternal cardiac arrest is crucial for improving maternal and neonatal outcomes. Regular training and drills are essential to improve staff competence. We recommend the use of a prepacked set of instruments for PMCS and a manikin model for simulation training.

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