There is significant variation in rates of Caesarean section between maternity units. Higher rates appear to be associated with older mothers and women from certain ethnic groups. However, taking these and other demographic factors into account does not explain the differences between trusts. This eighth article in this series on the high impact actions for nursing and midwifery looks at how midwives and nurses can help to avoid unnecessary Caesarean sections.

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