In this Series paper, we describe the frequency of, trends in, determinants of, and
inequalities in caesarean section (CS) use, globally, regionally, and in selected countries …

Optimising the use of caesarean section (CS) is of global concern. Underuse leads to
maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity. Conversely, overuse of CS has not shown …

The Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) statement was developed to
improve the reporting of randomised controlled trials. It was initially published in 1996 and …

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to determine the risks of severe
acute maternal complications associated with cesarean section without medical indication …

The effectiveness of different types of interventions to reduce low-value care has been
insufficiently summarized to allow for translation to practice. This article systematically …

Background Rising cesarean section (CS) rates are a major public health concern and
cause worldwide debates. To propose and implement effective measures to reduce or …

Background Caesarean delivery rates continue to increase worldwide. Our aim was to
assess the association between caesarean delivery and pregnancy outcome at the …

Objective To assess the risks and benefits associated with caesarean delivery compared
with vaginal delivery. Design Prospective cohort study within the 2005 WHO global survey …

Human beings are primates, and primates are political animals. Our brains, therefore, are
designed not just to hunt and gather, but also to help us get ahead socially, often via …

Background Caesarean section rates are increasing globally. The factors contributing to this
increase are complex, and identifying interventions to address them is challenging. Non …