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.
Default Codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
|
9 |
Mode of delivery not known |
Permitted Codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
|
1 |
Emergency caesarian section |
|
2 |
Elective caesarian section |
|
3 |
Vaginal - instrument assisted |
|
4 |
Vaginal - spontaneous |
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 Set | National Neonatal Data Set - Episodic and Daily Care | references in description MODE OF DELIVERY |
| Data Element | MODE OF DELIVERY | references in description MODE OF DELIVERY |
