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Hana Hakim1, Mohamed Derbel1, Hajer Mtibaa1

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Hedi Chaker Hospital, Sfax. Faculty of Medicine of Sfax, University of Sfax, Sfax, Tunisia.

La Tunisie Medicale
|October 23, 2024
PubMed
Summary

Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) carries risks of uterine rupture and dehiscence. Identifying risk factors like parity and previous cesarean type is crucial for safe delivery decisions.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
  • Reproductive Health

Background:

  • Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) is recommended but associated with increasing uterine rupture rates.
  • Assessing the safety of VBAC is critical due to potential maternal and neonatal complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify risk factors associated with uterine dehiscence and rupture during trial of labor after one previous cesarean section.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective, analytical, and descriptive observational study.
  • Included 300 women with one prior cesarean section undergoing a trial of labor.
  • Assessed uterine scar quality post-delivery.

Main Results:

  • Successful vaginal delivery occurred in 50.7% of cases.
Keywords:
cesarean sectiondehiscencerisk factorrupture

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  • Uterine rupture occurred in 2.3% and dehiscence in 18.6% of cases.
  • Parity, prior cesarean type (programmed vs. emergency), and interpregnancy interval were significant risk factors (p<0.05).

    • Conclusions:

    • Understanding risk factors for uterine dehiscence and rupture is essential for informed clinical decision-making.
    • Accurate risk assessment aids in preventing maternal and neonatal complications during VBAC attempts.