MODE OF DELIVERY
The mode of Delivery of a baby.
Format / Length
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Description
MODE OF DELIVERY is the same as attribute MODE OF DELIVERY.
National Codes
| Code | Description | 
|---|---|
| 1 | Emergency Caesarean Section | 
| 2 | Elective Caesarean Section | 
| 3 | Vaginal - instrument assisted | 
| 4 | Vaginal - spontaneous | 
Default Codes
| Code | Description | 
|---|---|
| 9 | MODE OF DELIVERY not known | 
Also Known As
This data element is also known by these names:
| Context | Alias | 
|---|---|
| Plural | DELIVERY METHODS (NATIONAL NEONATAL DATA SET) | 
Where Used
| Type | Link | How used | 
|---|---|---|
| Data Element | MODE OF DELIVERY | references in description MODE OF DELIVERY | 
| Data Set | National Neonatal Data Set - Episodic and Daily Care | references in description MODE OF DELIVERY |