OBJECTIVE: To examine trends in cesarean delivery for the overall population and for
women with “no indicated risk” for cesarean section, and to summarize the available …

The rate of cesarean delivery has increased dramatically over the past decade. Medically
elective cesareans are a major factor contributing to this rise. This article discusses the most …

In 2007, nearly one-third (32%) of all births were cesarean deliveries. Although there are
often clear clinical indications for a cesarean delivery, the short-and long-term benefits and …

OBJECTIVE: To examine physician-documented indications for cesarean delivery in order to
investigate the specific factors contributing to the increasing cesarean delivery rate …

The percentage of United States cesarean births increased from 20.7% in 1996 to 31.1% in
2006. Cesarean rates increased for women of all ages, race/ethnic groups, and gestational …

The cesarean section rate, which approached 25%, has stabilized and started a modest
decline. A stated United States national goal by the year 2000 is rate of 15%. Suggested …

In 2002, more than one-fourth of all births (26.1%) in the United States were cesarean
deliveries. 1 This is the highest rate ever reported. The reasons for the dramatic increase in …

Cesarean section rates have risen dramatically in the US over the past 20 years. Although
infant mortality has declined during the same period, there is little evidence that more …

Cesarean section rates are rising in the United States and were at an all time high of 29
percent in 2004. Within this context, the issue of cesarean section on maternal request has …

OBJECTIVE: To examine obstetrician–gynecologists' knowledge, opinions, and practice
patterns related to cesarean delivery on maternal request. METHODS: Questionnaires were …