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Article: Single- versus double-layer uterine incision closure and uterine rupture
- Article from:
- Journal of Maternal - Fetal & Neonatal Medicine
- Article date:
- October 1, 2006
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CopyrightCopyright Taylor & Francis Ltd. Oct 2006. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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Abstract
Objective. To evaluate whether closure of the uterine incision with one or two layers changes uterine rupture or vaginal birth after cesarean section (VBAC) success rates.
Methods. Subjects with one previous cesarean section by documented transverse uterine incision that attempted VBAC were identified. Exclusion criteria included lack of documentation of the type of closure of the previous uterine incision, multiple gestation, more than one previous cesarean section, and previous scar other than low transverse.
Uterine rupture and VBAC success rates were compared between those with single-layer and double-layer uterine closure. Time interval between deliveries, birth weight, body ...