Time Trends in Births and Cesarean Deliveries among Women with Disabilities

Although it is likely that childbearing among women with disabilities is increasing, no empirical data have been published on changes over time in the numbers of women with disabilities giving birth. Further, while it is known that women with disabilities are at increased risk of cesarean delivery, temporal trends in cesarean deliveries among women with disabilities have not been examined.

Source: Disability and Health Journal - April 5, 2017 Category: Disability Authors: Willi Horner-Johnson, Frances M. Biel, Blair G. Darney, Aaron B. Caughey Source Type: research