Effects of Oxytocin and Carbetocin on Renal System in Cesarean Sections

Renal Effects of Carbetocin and Oxytocin in Cesarean Section for Preventing Post-partum Haemorrhage: a Prospective Randomized Study

The aim of this study is to evaluate the renal outcome of patients undergoing elective C/S where oxytocin or carbetocin is used for postpartum hemorrhage prophylaxis.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Term (>37 weeks of gestation) uncomplicated pregnant women undergoing elective cesarean section

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients refusing to participate in the study
• Complicated pregnancies
• Patients with risk factors for postpartum hemorrhage
• Contraindications for oxytocin or carbetocin usage
• Patients with known renal diseases
• Preterm births (<37 weeks of gestation)