This data item is / was included in the following data sets / collections between the dates shown:
Data Set / Collection |
Valid From |
Valid To |
MI ds |
1st April 2016 |
|
The mode of birth of a baby. Note that this may be different for different foetuses in the same delivery.
Format: 1 digit numeric
Value |
Meaning |
1 |
Spontaneous Vaginal Birth |
2 |
Ventouse |
3 |
Forceps |
4 |
Elective caesarean section - caesarean section before, or at onset of labour. |
5 |
Emergency caesarean section. |