Cesarean Section Vs Vaginal Birth
Since 1985, an ideal c-section rate has been shown to be between 10-15%. That’s because as rates approach 10% maternal and perinatal outcomes tend to improve. But when the rate is greater than 10%, there is no evidence to suggest surgical births provide better outcomes. There are benefits and risks to both vaginal birth and cesarean section. Vaginal birth is statistically less risky than a c-section. In certain situations, though, such as placenta previa, placenta accreta, and fetal distress, a c-section can be life-saving....