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  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
  • Neonatal Care

Background:

  • The optimal delivery method for a second twin in breech presentation remains debated, with both cesarean and vaginal birth options supported.
  • This controversy highlights the need for evidence-based guidance on managing twin pregnancies with non-cephalic second twins.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the comparative effects of cesarean birth versus vaginal birth for the second twin when it is not presenting head-first.
  • To provide clarity on the risks and benefits associated with each delivery mode for this specific obstetric scenario.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of randomized controlled trials was conducted, searching the Cochrane Pregnancy and Childbirth Group's Trials Register and bibliographies.
  • Eligibility criteria focused on trials comparing cesarean and vaginal birth in women with twin pregnancies where the second twin was non-cephalic.
  • Data extraction and quality assessment were performed by a single author without blinding.

Main Results:

  • One trial with 60 twin pairs was included in the analysis.
  • Women undergoing cesarean birth experienced significantly higher rates of febrile morbidity (RR 3.67, 95% CI 1.15-11.69).
  • A trend towards increased general anesthesia use was observed in the cesarean group (RR 2.40, 95% CI 0.98-5.88), with no significant differences in neonatal outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Cesarean delivery for a non-cephalic second twin is linked to increased maternal febrile morbidity.
  • Currently, there is no evidence of improved neonatal outcomes with cesarean birth in this situation.
  • Cesarean delivery for non-cephalic second twins should be approached cautiously and preferably within controlled trial settings.