Contemporary management of VBAC

Clin Obstet Gynecol. 2012 Dec;55(4):1026-32. doi: 10.1097/GRF.0b013e318261a2ad.

Abstract

Elective repeat cesarean contributes substantially to the overall rising rate of cesarean delivery in the United States. Many women opting for an elective repeat cesarean are good candidates for a trial of labor after cesarean (TOLAC). Physicians should be able to identify women who are good candidates for TOLAC and provide accurate patient counseling to women considering TOLAC. Currently, evidence-based recommendations regarding intrapartum management should be followed in a well-equipped facility with all necessary personnel. With the selection of proper candidates and appropriate intrapartum management, outcome can be optimized for both mother and fetus.

MeSH terms

  • Counseling
  • Female
  • Fetal Monitoring
  • Humans
  • Labor, Induced
  • Oxytocics / therapeutic use
  • Oxytocin / therapeutic use
  • Patient Education as Topic
  • Patient Selection*
  • Peripartum Period
  • Pregnancy
  • Risk Assessment
  • Trial of Labor*
  • Uterine Rupture / etiology
  • Vaginal Birth after Cesarean* / adverse effects

Substances

  • Oxytocics
  • Oxytocin