[Cesarean section in reducing perinatal mortality and morbidity].

The practicability of expanding indications for cesarean section in order to reduce perinatal mortality and possible prevention of perinatal losses by the correct choice of the method of delivery have been assessed through the analysis of the performance of Moscow hospitals. Perinatal mortality and morbidity can be reduced through means other than expanding indications for cesarean section. Further studies are needed to improve the management of labor and standards of neonatal care, particularly so for preterm infants.