Vaginal birth after cesarean delivery.
The safety of vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) delivery has been documented. Fetal and neonatal morbidity is not increased, and the mortality rate is less than one in 2,000 deliveries. Maternal morbidity and mortality rates for VBAC delivery are significantly lower than those for repeat cesarean section. Family physicians should inform patients about the option of VBAC delivery and should support the provision of this service at hospitals with appropriate facilities.
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University of Wisconsin School of Medicine, Madison.
D002585:Cesarean Section / Q000191:economics; D036861:Delivery, Obstetric / Q000379:methods*; D005194:Family Practice; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010819:Physician's Role; D011247:Pregnancy; D012086:Reoperation; D014219:Trial of Labor