Background National and subnational C-section rates are seldom available in low-and
middle-income countries to guide policies and interventions. We aimed to describe the C …

Background Caesarean section (CS) rates continue to evoke worldwide concern because of
their steady increase, lack of consensus on the appropriate CS rate and the associated …

Background The caesarean section (CS) rate continues to increase across high-income,
middle-income and low-income countries. We present current global and regional CS rates …

Background Cesarean section rates are increasing and surpassing WHO guidelines. While
sometimes necessary, excessive use poses risks and additional costs to pregnant women …

Background The continued rise in caesarean section (c-section) deliveries raises a major
public health concern worldwide. This study assessed the trend of c-section deliveries and …

Background Cesarean section (c-section) is an essential tool for preventing, stillbirths,
maternal, and newborn death. However, data on coverage of medically necessary c-section …

Background Caesarean section prevalence is increasing in Asia and Latin America while
remaining low in most African regions. Caesarean section delivery is effective for saving …

Background: Caesarean section (CS) is a life-saving operation when vaginal delivery is
risky to the mother or baby. However, if not medically indicated or performed under …

Objective Our objective was to describe trends in caesarean section (CS) rates,
characteristics of women delivering by CS, reasons for CS and impact of CS on perinatal …

Caesarean delivery rates in Mexico are among the highest in the world. Given heightened
public and professional awareness of this problem and the updated 2014 national …