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I I Bolaji1, F P Meehan

  • 1Academic Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Newham General Hospital, Plaistow, London, UK.

European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology
|October 29, 1993
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Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) is a safe option, challenging the high rate of repeat cesarean surgeries. Careful monitoring of oxytocin and epidural analgesia supports VBAC, promoting better obstetric practices.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Maternal Health

Background:

  • Increasing rates of cesarean sections globally.
  • Clinical debate on allowing vaginal birth after a previous cesarean delivery (VBAC).
  • Prevalence of elective repeat cesarean sections in North America.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the worldwide trend of cesarean sections.
  • To evaluate the role and safety of trial of scar (TOS) after single and multiple cesarean surgeries.
  • To assess the impact of oxytocin and epidural analgesia on maternal and perinatal outcomes in VBAC candidates.

Main Methods:

  • Review of worldwide cesarean section trends.
  • Evaluation of trial of scar protocols for women with prior cesarean births.

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  • Analysis of oxytocin and epidural analgesia use in vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) attempts.
  • Assessment of perinatal and maternal mortality data.

    • Main Results:

    • The current practice of nearly 99% elective repeat cesarean sections in some North American hospitals lacks justification.
    • Oxytocin and epidural analgesia are safe and appropriate interventions when carefully monitored during VBAC attempts.
    • Watchful waiting remains a crucial obstetric management principle.

    Conclusions:

    • There is no evidence to support the near-universal practice of elective repeat cesarean sections.
    • Carefully managed oxytocin and epidural analgesia can facilitate successful VBAC.
    • Rejuvenating the art of watchful waiting in obstetrics is essential to reduce the rising cesarean section rates.