*Factors to keep in mind when opting for natural birth after a cesarean*
SATURDAY 5 FEBRUARY 2022
Factors to keep in mind when opting for natural birth after a cesarean
M ore than 6 out of 10 women who try a vaginal birth after a cesarean (VBAC) are successful, if patient se lectioni n is appropriate, says Dr Sakshi Goel Chakrabor thy Making an informed decision during the antenatal peri od is important, to be better prepared both physically and mentally “If you’re considering a VBAC, your provider can help. you look at the risks and benefits. The final decision on mode of birth should be agreed upon by the patient. and member(s) of the maternity team before the date of delivery. and should be well doc umented,” she adds.
When do you have
better chances of VBAC?
Dr Sakshi Goel Chakraborthy, MS
You’ve had a natural (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology, Madhukar Rainbow Children’s a low transverse Hospital, Delhi
birth before You’ve had just one C-section in the past
with
incision You and your baby are in good health during pregnancy
Your labour starts on its own
When do you have lesser chances of VBAC? Women with the same condition during the current
pregnancy that made C-section necessary in the past are unlikely to have VBAC. Obesity and pregnancy com plications like high blood pressure, deranged sugar lev. els and growth restrictions in the baby also reduce chances. Those with less than more than two past nancies, large babies, who’ve l 18 months between preg C-sections, those older than 35 or a race other than Cau
casian also have decreased prospects. When should VBAC not be offered?
VBAC must be avoided in cases of a previous C-section
with high vertical incision, uterine rupture in a pre vious pregnancy or if the woman has undergone cer tain uterine surgeries.
What are the benefits of having a VBAC? There’s no need for surgery
The recovery time is faster than in C-section There is less blood loss and lower risk of infection
Contact: 1800 2122
Website: www.rainbowbospitals.in
Disclaimer: The views/suggestions/opinions expressed in the article are the sole responsibility of the experts.
