Neonatal Morbidity and Mortality After Elective Cesarean Delivery - 15/08/11
, Mark Klebanoff, MD, MPH bAbstract |
This article explores the effects of elective cesarean delivery (ECD) at term on neonatal morbidity and mortality. Available data have limitations, and do not provide conclusive evidence regarding the safety of planned ECD versus planned vaginal delivery. Some data suggest an association between ECD and increased neonatal respiratory morbidity and lacerations, and possibly decreased central and peripheral nervous system injury. Potentially increased risks of neonatal mortality with ECD at term may be counterbalanced by risks for fetal demise in ongoing pregnancies. Patients and physicians considering ECD should review competing risks and benefits; further research is needed to inform these discussions.
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| This work was supported in part by the by the Intramural Research Program of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. |
Vol 35 - N° 2
P. 361-371 - juin 2008 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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