Publications by authors named "Anne Hierholzer"
Purpose: In 1999 the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) adopted more-restrictive guidelines for vaginal birth after cesarean delivery (VBAC). This study assesses trends in VBAC in California and compares neonatal and maternal mortality rates among women attempting VBAC delivery or undergoing repeat cesarean delivery before and after this guideline revision.
Methods: The 1996 through 2002 California Birth Statistical Master Files were used to identify 386,232 California residents who previously gave birth by cesarean delivery and had a singleton birth planned in a California hospital.