Local Law Firms Home > Medical Malpractice Overview > Birth Defects > C-Section Injuries A Cesarean section or C-section is a surgical procedure in which incisions are made through a mother’s stomach and uterus to deliver a child or children. It is normally performed when a vaginal delivery would put the child’s or mother’s health or life at risk, even though in recent times it has been also performed upon by the mother who could otherwise have had a vaginal birth. But in most situations, physicians perform C- sections because of complications that arise during labor.
A C-Section is anything but a simple operation. As a matter of fact, it is considered by physicians and other medical professionals to be a major operation, so it accompanies more risks than a standard vaginal delivery. Some potential risks of a C-section include infection of the incision or the uterus, substantial blood loss, blood clots in the mother’s legs, injury to the mother or child, issues from the anesthesia, such as vomiting, nausea, and serious headaches. Breathing complications can also develop if the baby was delivered prematurely. Did you know? C-sections are the most standard type of surgery in the nation, and is performed in about 2 out of every 10 births. Although this operation has been performed safely for several years, as with any operation, there are dangers involved. |