Patient's question:
I made an appointment with you last Monday to come in for a check-up. I'm still a bit reluctant to get rid of these twins. If I insist, what is the chance of them being delivered successfully at full term? I'm from out of town and don't have health insurance. If I were covered by your health insurance, and if I manage to reach full term, how much would a C-section cost at your hospital?Doctor's answer:
After a cesarean section, regardless of how long the interval is, carrying twins in the later stages of pregnancy always carries certain risks. It is recommended that you consider a cesarean section around 38 weeks to significantly reduce the risk. It is essential to undergo regular prenatal check-ups, especially in the later stages of pregnancy. Generally, from 12 to 28 weeks, you should have a check-up once a month. From 28 to 36 weeks, you should have a check-up every two weeks. After 36 weeks, you should have a check-up once a week.