Collection Overview 

Scientific Reports has launched a Guest-Edited Collection on Vaginal delivery after cesarean section. 

As the rate of cesarean section increases, vaginal delivery after cesarean section remains an important topic in obstetric practice. Although vaginal delivery has benefits, such as lower risk of infection and shorter hospital stays, there are also risks of attempting a vaginal delivery following a previous cesarean. Therefore, research in this area is essential for optimizing labor management protocols and enhancing the safety and satisfaction of birthing individuals.

This will be a Collection of original research papers  and will be open for submissions from all authors – on the condition that the manuscripts fall within the scope of the Collection and of Scientific Reports more generally. We are welcoming submissions until 26th March 2026.

Why is this Collection important?

"Around one in five births is by cesarean section globally. Opting for vaginal birth in the subsequent pregnancy is popular - a choice made by around three thirds. Nevertheless, trial of labor after cesarean is not without risks. Patient counseling and fetal surveillance are important for safe outcomes. This collection on vaginal delivery after cesarean will be the first of its kind focusing on pros and cons for this choice, offering a comprehensive take on the current knowledge and keep you up to date. In this particular issue, we welcome manuscripts on all aspects of vaginal delivery after cesarean section; for example regarding the mother, baby, family, healthcare professionals, and society."

- Dr. Sophia Brismar Wendel, Guest Editor

Why submit to a collection?  

Collections like this one help promote high-quality science. They are led by Guest Editors, who are experts in their fields, and In-House Editors and are supported by a dedicated team of Commissioning Editors and Managing Editors at Springer Nature. Collection manuscripts typically see higher citations, downloads, and Altmetric scores and provide a one-stop-shop on a cutting-edge topic of interest.  

Who is involved?

Guest Editors:

• Sophia Brismar Wendel, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
• Justin Konje, University of Leicester, United Kingdom
• Ohad Rotenberg, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, United States

Internal Team:

• In-House Editor: Rachel Toth, Scientific Reports, USA
• Commissioning Editor: Jenny Knowles, Fully OA Brands, Springer Nature, UK
• Managing Editor: Aliya Anwar, Fully OA Brands, Springer Nature, UK

How can I submit my paper?

Visit the Collection page for more information on the Collection, and how to submit your article.