European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology
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Eur. J. Obstet. Gynecol. Reprod. Biol. · Sep 2004
Evaluating the decision--to--delivery interval in emergency caesarean sections.
To assess the interval between the decision to carry out an emergency caesarean section and delivery, and to determine whether this interval can be shortened. ⋯ The recommended interval of 30 min is not routinely achieved. Improving communication within the perinatal team could decrease the decision--to--operating theatre interval and should be promoted.