What is Cesarean Section? |
Delivery of a baby via an incision in the lower abdomen and an incision in the uterus.
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What
are the common reasons for which a Cesarean section is performed? |
See the list.
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How often are babies delivered by this method? |
Approximately 15-25 of every 100 deliveries are performed by Cesarean section.
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Is Cesarean section a safe operation? |
Yes. It is very safe.
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How many Cesarean section operation can a woman undergo? |
In general, a patient is not advised to have more than four.
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Is the infant's life endangered by a Cesarean delivery? |
On the contrary, in an emergency often the best chance of obtaining a live baby is by
performing this operation.
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What anesthesia is used for Cesarean section? |
Usually spinal. However, in cases of bleeding or where speed is essential, general anesthesia is preferred.
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