Ceasarian necessary after prolapsed bowel?

[lmbmcb]

Hi
Just a quick update. I spoke to my OB, he recieved a letter back from the surgeon who did my bowel repair. The surgeon said the baby would probably be able to come out OK but it would more than likely undo the operation I had previously, which would mean redoing the bowel repair with an increased risk of failure.

Due to the increased risk of having my bowel fall out and not being able to be put back, I have decided to go with the ceasar, although if things were different I would definately not choose a ceasar.
Lisa B.

[Footsteps]

im glad you finally got a desicion made. although you won't be giving birth the way you wan5 you are making the best decision for you and your baby.
huni and good luck
take care
rach xxx

[Adnil]

Hi Lisa - sorry to hear about the probs. It's good you have some answers now, so you can plan ahead. You don't want to do more damage.

Just my experience, different to your situation, but still maybe of some interest...I have had surgery twice prior to ever having babies (not for a prolapse but for severe haemmhroids - sp?). When I had my first baby my OB was happy for me to have a caeser at my request. I was scared and thought it best, but didn't have any medical evidence about it, except that he agreed to it. Second time around I did a lot of research and saw a different OB. I opted for a vaginal birth and knew that it might mean a lot of damage (but looked into all the ways of reducing the risks). In the end I had a vaginal birth and couldn't believe that there was no damage at all! I mean, I am still very damaged - but I already was!

Anyway, I know that situation is different to yours, and I'm not trying to sway your decision. I think it's good that you have answers from your doctors and that you can plan ahead. All the best.