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Caesarean Section

Jan 29, 2024Updated on Jan 29, 2024
Preglife

ByPreglife

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The actual operation is essentially the same whether it is planned or an emergency. Typically, a spinal anaesthesia, a stronger form of epidural anaesthesia, is administered, especially during a caesarean section. In urgent situations, general anaesthesia may be used to save valuable minutes.

How does a caesarean section proceed?

  • The abdomen is thoroughly cleaned with disinfectant and then it is covered with sterile drapes.
  • Anesthesia is always carefully checked before the operation begins.
  • A catheter is inserted into the bladder to ensure it is empty, as you won't be able to get up and urinate in the first few hours after the operation.
  • The incision is made horizontally, just above the pubic bone (known as a bikini cut) and it usually does not show much after healing.

From the start of the operation until the birth of the child takes about five minutes. The entire operation can take up to an hour, with most of the time spent carefully stitching all layers to promote healing and strength.

After the baby is born, efforts are made to mimic a vaginal delivery as much as possible. This includes delayed cord clamping and placing the baby on your chest immediately after birth.