Caesarean section on maternal request - a qualitative study of stakeholders´ views
This study highlights the complexity of CSMR and its varied perspectives. While individual risks may be low, population-level risks could rise with increased prevalence, and the perception of risk varies depending on perspective. Both medical and psychological risks should inform decisions, with counselling seen as crucial by the participants. Continuity of midwife care models may offer an alternative to CSMR for some. Stakeholders are key to ensuring clear guidelines, equal care, and trust in the system.
Authors
- Mio Fredriksson (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3858-3454)
- Marinella P. J. Offerman (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8923-8354)
- Heléne Appelgren Engström (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3238-063X)
- Magdalena Mattebo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5566-3421)
- Inger K. Holmström (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4302-5529)
Institutions
- Uppsala University (SE)
- Mälardalen University (SE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Reproductive Health
- Published
- 2025-11-28
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12978-025-02206-8
- Primary Topic
- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Uppsala Universitet