Postpartum hemorrhage and blood transfusion among parturients with scarred uterus - the evidence is there.

We read the study by Pont et al. with great interest. They performed a retrospective population-based record linkage study evaluating the transfusion risk associated with intended vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) compared to elective repeat cesarean section (ERCS). While the authors meticulously address this important issue, several important points warrant further clarification. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.