Emergency cesarean section

What does "Emergency cesarean section" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

An "Emergency cesarean section" is a medical procedure where a baby is delivered through a surgical cut in the mother's belly and womb. This is done when a normal delivery could be risky for either the mother or the baby. The term "emergency" indicates that the procedure is not planned in advance, but is decided upon quickly due to sudden complications during childbirth.

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