VBAC
Medical abbreviation · Obstetrics & Gynecology
| Stands for | Vaginal birth after cesarean |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
VBAC stands for Vaginal birth after cesarean, an obstetrics & gynecology abbreviation.
Vaginal delivery in a woman who has previously had a cesarean birth. Most women with one prior low transverse cesarean who attempt labor succeed, and VBAC avoids the risks of repeat surgery.
Example: Successful VBAC, second pregnancy; prior cesarean for breech.
Usage notes
Pronounced "VEE-back". Success rates for those who attempt labor are roughly 60–80 percent and are higher in women who have had a prior vaginal birth. The main risk is uterine rupture, which occurs in under 1 percent of trials of labor after one low transverse cesarean. Online calculators estimate an individual's chance of success.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.