Lack of an effective transfer system remains a major risk factor for uterine rupture, especially in developing countries. The implementation of a program of consultation, feedback and integration between peripheral delivery units and two hospitals resulted in a decrease in the incidence of uterine rupture from 0.20% to 0.12% and of maternal mortality after uterine rupture from 28% to 21%, respectively, after 6 months.
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