[Increased rate of Caesarean sections--causes and consequences].

摘要: Background A rise in the rate of caesarean sections has been observed most parts developed world during last decades. Causes and consequences are much debated. Material methods Non-systematic literature search PubMed. Results The increased can be explained by both medical non-medical factors. Among factors increases maternal age body mass index, as well changes obstetric practise technology. Some section requested mother, fear litigation among caregivers inappropriate organization maternity care. Caesarean is associated with postpartum morbidity, reduced fertility placental complications a subsequent pregnancy. For child, respiratory less breast-feeding possibly more atopic disease. society, costly than vaginal delivery. Interpretation There many complex causes rates industrialized countries. procedure inherent negative (short- long-term) for mother being an economic burden to society. every reason attempt prevention further increase rates.