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A Cesarean section (C-section) is surgery to deliver a baby. The baby is taken out through the mother's abdomen. In the United States, about one in four women have their babies this way. Most C-sections are done when unexpected problems happen during delivery. These include
The surgery is relatively safe for mother and baby. Still, it is major surgery and carries risks. It also takes longer to recover from a C-section than from vaginal birth. After healing, the incision may leave a weak spot in the wall of the uterus. This could cause problems with an attempted vaginal birth later. However, more than half of women who have a C-section can give vaginal birth later.
Cesarean Section Information - Internet resources for cesarean section.
Pregnancy Complication With a Tipped Uterus - In rare circumstances women with a tipped uterus may develop a uterine incarceration that may require birth by cesarean section.
Cesarian Section -- A Brief History - Discusses the history of cesarean section and ACOG. Good, historical information.
Cesarean Section Infections - A study showing the risk of infections after a cesarean section in diabetic women who take insulin.
Safety of Vaginal Delivery After Cesarean Section - Article focuses on a recent study addressing the likelihood of uterine rupture.
Vaginal Birth After Previous Cesarean Section ("VBAC") - An online textbook for pregnant women and new parents on pregnancy and childbirth.
AAFP - Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Section - Studies by the American Academy of Family Physician about VBAC.
Women's Health - Research findings from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) on breast cancer, treatment of common uterine conditions, Cesarean sections, low birthweight, hysterectomy and alternatives, domestic violence, and health care for minority women.