Today, doctors typically use a low-transverse incision, which is less likely to open during labor. The risk of uterine rupture during trial of labor— when a VBAC is attempted— is between 0.5 ...

Women with singleton pregnancies who had previously undergone at least one cesarean delivery by a low transverse uterine incision and who attempted a VBAC productive of a neonate at least 20 weeks ...

For moms who delivered their first baby via Cesarean section, they may wonder if it’s safe to try for a vaginal birth after Cesarean or VBAC birth. Having a conversation with your trusted OB-GYN ...

Vaginal birth after Cesarean section (VBAC) ... For the classic C-section, a long mid-line incision is made in the abdomen and uterus, which increases the risk of rupture in any future pregnancies.

If the uterine incision in your previous c-section was vertical or T-shaped, attempting a VBAC puts you at risk for uterine rupture, which is an emergency. “We will have a thorough discussion with the ...

They made a surgical incision in the vagina — an episiotomy — then used forceps. There was significant tearing. Liz's baby was born healthy, but she needed stitches from her vagina to her cervix.

Type of C-section incision: A low-transverse incision on the lower uterine segment is most favorable for VBAC. Uterine health: Your doctor will assess the health of your uterus to ensure it’s ...

An open letter to the Santa Barbara Community: The International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN) has been made aware of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital’s (SBCH) recent announcement regarding future ...

Had a C-section and wondering if you have to do it again? You might be able to have a vaginal birth this time around – and yes, it can be safe.

From a prospective US multicenter cohort of 45,988 patients with a singleton gestation and a prior cesarean, 13,532 women that elected to attempt a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) were selected ...