Reasons for the Procedure
- size of the baby
If a baby is very large, it might not be able to pass safely through
the mother's pelvis.
- maternal medical conditions
e.g., diabetes,
high
blood pressure, herpes infection
- position of the placenta
The placenta (the organ that links the mother and the baby) sometimes
blocks the path of exit from the uterus.
- multiple births
Cesarean may be necessary if more than one baby is being born (such
as the case with twins).
- failure of labor to progress
Sometimes labor (the sharp contractions that help push out the baby)
might stop before the baby is born. The doctor might wait or give
medication that helps labor start again. In some cases, the baby will
still need to be delivered by cesarean.
- health of the baby
If the baby shows signs of distress such as a worsening abnormal heart
rate during delivery, cesarean may be necessary.
- previous cesarean birth
The doctor may discuss with the mother that having delivered one baby
by cesarean might mean it would be best to have other babies delivered
by cesarean.
- fetal Anomalies
Certain problems with the fetus may have been diagnosed with prenatal
testing.
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