December 26, 2003

Malpractice fears lead to halt of birthing option

Women who have had a Caesarean section delivery and want to attempt a vaginal birth in future pregnancies may no longer have that option in Southern Oregon. Three of the four hospitals in Jackson and Josephine counties have stopped offering the option of vaginal birth to women who have previously had a surgical delivery. The fourth hospital could make a similar decision in January. Posted by Webmaster at December 26, 2003 01:53 AM