Maryam A., 21

Maryam is a 21 years old presented to this clinic with complain of Labour pain for 48hours duration She started having lower abdominal pain associated with back pain and discharge per vaginum , she visited peripheral PHCC where she was giving some ivf and medication but no progration of labour Upon presentation at our hospital she was examined and valuated as case of prolonged obstructed labour with feotal distress was made. following admission in this hospital. Maryam needed an obstetric emergency necessitating immediate surgical intervention to facilitate delivery, she is unable to give birth vaginally due to the following factors: Cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD), Malpresentation, Obstructive labor Fetal distress.

​When Maryam arrived at Ayaji Hospital, she was facing a life-threatening situation: prolonged obstructed labor and signs of fetal distress. Thanks to the rapid intervention of the surgical team, an emergency C-section was performed without complication. After three days of dedicated post-operative care, Maryam and her healthy newborn are recovering beautifully. This happy ending was made possible by the generosity of Helpster Charity, whose support ensured Maryam received the urgent care she needed to survive and thrive.

The diagnosis of "prolonged obstructed labour with fetal distress" indicates a serious, high-risk situation for both the mother and the baby. ​Fetal distress: This means the baby is in a difficult or compromised state, likely due to a lack of oxygen. This requires immediate intervention, typically a Caesarean section, to prevent severe harm or death to the fetus. ​Prolonged obstructed labour: This is a serious complication where the baby cannot descend through the birth canal despite strong uterine contractions. It can lead to severe complications for the mother, including uterine rupture, infection, and postpartum hemorrhage, and for the baby, including brain damage.