Obstetrics

Comprehensive, compassionate maternal care dedicated to supporting mothers safely through every stage of pregnancy, high-risk monitoring, and childbirth.

High-Risk Pregnancy Management▾

Overview

Specialized care and monitoring for pregnancies with a higher risk of health complications for the mother or baby due to age, pre-existing conditions, or pregnancy-related factors.

Incidence

Affects approximately 15%-20% of pregnancies worldwide.

Symptoms

Severe headaches, sudden swelling of hands/face, persistent lower back/abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, or decreased fetal movement.

Treatment Options

Intensive maternal-fetal surveillance, frequent ultrasound scans, blood pressure/blood sugar regulation, targeted medication, and scheduled timing of delivery.

Helpful Patient Information

Maintaining a personal health log (tracking BP, blood sugar, and fetal movements daily) helps your clinical team make timely adjustments to your care plan.

When to Visit

Consult pre-conceptionally or immediately upon pregnancy confirmation if you have chronic conditions (hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disease) or are over age 35.

Antenatal & Postnatal Care▾

Overview

A structured continuum of medical support that monitors maternal health and fetal growth throughout pregnancy (ANC) and ensures complete physical and emotional recovery after delivery (PNC).

Incidence

Essential for 100% of pregnant and postpartum women.

Symptoms / Focus Areas

Nausea, weight changes, blood pressure shifts, fetal growth tracking, post-delivery wound healing, and lactation support.

Treatment Options

Routine screenings, prenatal vitamins (iron, folic acid, calcium), vaccinations, pelvic floor guidance, and postpartum mental wellness support.

Helpful Patient Information

Bring all previous lab results, ultrasound reports, and a written list of questions to every scheduled check-up.

When to Visit

Schedule your first ANC visit upon pregnancy confirmation (6-8 weeks), and book PNC visits within 1-2 weeks and 6 weeks post-delivery.

Normal Vaginal Delivery▾

Overview

Natural birthing process through the birth canal, designed to promote faster maternal recovery, reduced surgical risks, and immediate skin-to-skin bonding.

Incidence

Accounts for 60%-70% of births globally.

Signs of Labor

Regular, increasingly intense uterine contractions, loss of the mucus plug ("show"), or fluid leakage ("water breaking").

Treatment Options

Active labor monitoring, painless delivery management (epidural analgesia), perineal support, and episiotomy (only if medically indicated).

Helpful Patient Information

Attending prenatal birthing classes and practicing controlled breathing exercises can significantly ease labor pain and anxiety.

When to Visit

Go to the hospital when contractions occur consistently every 5 minutes, if your water breaks, or if you notice vaginal bleeding.

Caesarean Section▾

Overview

Surgical delivery of a baby through abdominal and uterine incisions, performed when a vaginal delivery poses health risks to the mother or child.

Incidence

Indicated in approximately 20%-30% of deliveries.

Symptoms / Indications

Fetal distress, abnormal presentation (breech), placenta previa, non-progressing labor, or previous C-sections.

Treatment Options

Planned (elective) or emergency delivery performed in sterile operating suites under spinal or epidural anesthesia, followed by monitored post-operative care.

Helpful Patient Information

Early mobilization (gentle walking) within 24 hours post-surgery accelerates recovery and reduces the risk of blood clots.

When to Visit

Arrive on your scheduled date for elective procedures, or seek emergency admission immediately if labor fails to progress or complications arise.

Fetal Well-Being & Maternal Care▾

Overview

Advanced electronic diagnostic tracking used to evaluate fetal oxygenation, heart rate patterns, and overall vital health during late-stage pregnancy and labor.

Incidence

Monitored during third-trimester check-ups and continuously for 100% of active labor cases.

Symptoms / Indications

Reduced fetal movement, post-dated pregnancy, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), or maternal high blood pressure.

Treatment Options

Non-Stress Test (NST), electronic Fetal Heart Rate (FHR) tracking, and continuous Cardiotocography (CTG) monitoring.

Helpful Patient Information

Perform daily kick counts in your third trimester — aim to feel at least 10 movements within a 2-hour period after meals.

When to Visit

Seek immediate assessment if you notice a sudden drop or significant change in your baby's daily movement routine.

Ectopic Pregnancy Management▾

Overview

A medical emergency where a fertilized egg implants outside the uterine cavity — most commonly in a fallopian tube — requiring timely care to prevent complications.

Incidence

Occurs in 1%-2% of all pregnancies.

Symptoms

Sharp, one-sided lower abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal spotting/bleeding, shoulder tip pain, dizziness, or fainting.

Treatment Options

Early conservative medical therapy (medication) or minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery (salpingostomy/salpingectomy) to preserve fertility.

Helpful Patient Information

An early transvaginal ultrasound at 6 weeks confirms whether the pregnancy is properly situated inside the uterus.

When to Visit

Seek immediate emergency care if a positive pregnancy test is accompanied by severe abdominal pain or faintness.

Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Care▾

Overview

Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and targeted care for couples facing two or more consecutive pregnancy losses, aimed at achieving a full-term pregnancy.

Incidence

Affects 1%-2% of couples attempting conception.

Symptoms

Vaginal spotting or bleeding, abdominal cramping, and sudden loss of pregnancy symptoms before 20 weeks.

Treatment Options

Genetic, anatomical, hormonal, and blood-clotting screenings, followed by progesterone support, blood thinners, or hysteroscopic correction.

Helpful Patient Information

Over 70% of couples evaluated for RPL go on to have successful pregnancies with targeted medical care.

When to Visit

Schedule a pre-conception evaluation after experiencing two or more consecutive pregnancy losses.

Cervical Encirclage▾

Overview

A preventative minor surgical procedure where a suture is placed around the cervix to keep it closed and prevent pre-term delivery caused by cervical weakness.

Incidence

Required in ~1% of pregnancies showing cervical insufficiency or a short cervix.

Symptoms

Painless cervical dilation, pelvic pressure, light spotting, or a history of mid-trimester pregnancy loss.

Treatment Options

Prophylactic McDonald/Shirodkar cerclage (performed at 12-14 weeks) or emergency rescue cerclage.

Helpful Patient Information

After cerclage placement, follow pelvic rest recommendations (avoiding strenuous activity and sexual intercourse) as advised by your doctor.

When to Visit

Schedule an evaluation at 12-14 weeks if you have a history of second-trimester loss or if an ultrasound reveals a shortened cervix (<25 mm).

Medical Disorders in Pregnancy▾

Overview

Specialized care for managing pre-existing or pregnancy-induced health conditions — such as Gestational Diabetes, Pre-Eclampsia, and Anemia — to safeguard mother and baby.

Incidence

Gestational Diabetes affects 10%-14%, Anemia affects 30%-50%, and Pre-Eclampsia affects 5%-8% of pregnancies in India.

Symptoms

Fatigue/paleness (anemia); excessive thirst and frequent urination (GDM); persistent headaches, vision changes, or sudden swelling (pre-eclampsia).

Treatment Options

Dietary management, insulin therapy, oral/IV iron administration, anti-hypertensive medications, and joint multi-specialty care.

Helpful Patient Information

Most pregnancy-related medical disorders manage well with early screening and diet/lifestyle adjustments.

When to Visit

Attend your routine gestational diabetes screening between weeks 24-28, or consult immediately if you experience sudden swelling or high blood pressure readings.