The goal of this observational study is to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of operative vaginal birth among obstetric providers in Egypt. The main questions it aims to answer are: * What is the level of knowledge among obstetric providers regarding operative vaginal birth? * What are the attitudes and practices of obstetric providers towards operative vaginal birth? Participants will: * Complete a detailed questionnaire assessing their knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to operative vaginal birth. * Provide demographic information to contextualize their responses.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
500
Participants in this study, comprised solely of obstetricians and gynecologists practicing in Egypt, will complete a self-administered questionnaire designed to assess their knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to operative vaginal birth. The questionnaire includes four sections: the first gathers demographic data such as name, gender, and years of experience in childbirth care; the second focuses on participants' practices regarding the frequency and types of operative vaginal birth used (forceps, ventouse) and reasons for their use; the third evaluates knowledge of outcomes associated with operative vaginal birth through multiple-choice questions; and the fourth explores attitudes towards operative vaginal birth, including opinions on hospital rates and policy appropriateness. Completion and return of the questionnaire, which takes approximately 5 to 10 minutes, will be considered as consent to participate in the study.
Faculty od Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Knowledge of Operative Vaginal Birth Among Obstetric Providers
The level of knowledge regarding operative vaginal birth among obstetric providers, assessed using a validated questionnaire. The knowledge score will be based on correct responses to a series of questions about indications, techniques, benefits, and risks associated with operative vaginal birth.
Time frame: Within 6 months of study commencement.
Attitudes Toward Operative Vaginal Birth Among Obstetric Providers
The attitudes of obstetric providers towards operative vaginal birth, measured using a Likert scale in the validated questionnaire. Providers will rate their agreement with statements related to their perceptions and opinions on the use of operative vaginal birth.
Time frame: Within 6 months of study commencement.
Practices of Operative Vaginal Birth Among Obstetric Providers
The frequency and context of operative vaginal birth practices among obstetric providers, as reported in the validated questionnaire. This measure will include the number of operative vaginal births performed, preferred techniques, and any barriers to performing these procedures.
Time frame: Within 6 months of study commencement.
Rate of Cesarean Sections Among Participants
The percentage of Cesarean sections performed by the obstetric providers participating in the study, as reported in the validated questionnaire. This measure aims to correlate knowledge, attitudes, and practices with the actual rate of Cesarean sections.
Time frame: Within 6 months of study commencement.
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