Dr Shabeen Naz Masood described an expert session in Larkana on how to avoid the first caesarean section as excellent, highlighting presentations by Prof Sher Shah and Swedish Dr Martin.
The event, organised by Prof Shahida Shaikh, brought local clinicians together to explore practical ways to reduce first caesarean rates and strengthen maternal care in the region. Speakers shared clinical perspectives aimed at improving decision making around labour and delivery.
Attendees heard about patient-centred approaches and intrapartum management strategies intended to prevent an unnecessary first caesarean, with experts stressing careful assessment and counselling. Dr Shabeen Naz Masood praised the clear, actionable guidance offered by the speakers and its relevance for practitioners in Larkana.
The session reflects growing emphasis on reducing first caesarean rates through education and collaboration, and organisers said follow-up training and discussion will support implementation of the recommendations shared by Prof Sher Shah and Dr Martin.
