Is it better to have a transverse incision or a vertical incision during a cesarean section?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

Generally, transverse incisions are chosen because they have advantages such as less tension, better healing, and less noticeable postoperative scars. These benefits make transverse incisions the preferred choice, unless the patient has undergone previous surgery with a vertical incision, in which case the current surgery would also require a vertical incision.