Abstract
Objective To analyze the validity of the clinical indicator “vaginal deliveries with epidural anesthesia” in our daily clinical practice. Method We reviewed the clinical activity of the Anesthesia- Resuscitation Service in the Obstetrics Department of our hospital in 2000, 2001 and 2002. Results In the years reviewed, 18%, 20% and 22% of the work performed was not included. Conclusions The indicator studied is not a useful measurement tool. We propose that the name and definition of this indicator be changed.
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