Factors influencing repeat caesarean section: qualitative exploratory study of obstetricians' and midwives' accounts.

Objective: To explore the views of health professionals on the factors influencing repeat caesarean section.

Design: Qualitative study involving semi-structured interviews with professionals who care for women in pregnancy and labour.

Setting: Acute hospital trust with two maternity units and community midwifery service, Leicestershire, UK.