A C-section (cesarean section) is planned or emergency based on medical reasons such as previous C-section, abnormal fetal position (like breech), placenta previa, pregnancy-induced hypertension, or fetal distress during labor. Signs leading to emergency C-section include failure to progress in labor, fetal distress (uneven heart rate), umbilical cord issues, or maternal complications like severe bleeding. Unlike vaginal delivery, a C-section is a surgical procedure involving an incision in the abdomen and uterus to deliver the baby. The OB-GYN leads the surgery with the maternity ward providing comprehensive care during labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.
Costs are generally covered partly by insurance, depending on the plan. Post-operative guidance emphasizes wound care to prevent infection, pain management, hydration, rest, and gradual resumption of activity, alongside newborn care. Hospital stay usually lasts 2-4 days, with full recovery taking several weeks.