Sometimes the baby can not be born through the vagina of the mother. In those cases, delivery can take place by caesarean section. Cesarean delivery is when the baby is delivered through surgical incisions (cuts) made in the abdomen and uterus.
Reasons for cesarean delivery:
cesarean delivery may be required for many reasons. It may be the best method of birth for you and your baby. Caesarean section can be planned in advance when they meet certain conditions. In some cases, when problems arise, the decision was taken during labor. Sometimes a woman
requested cesarean delivery. This is a complex decision that must be carefully considered and discussed with the doctor.
Multiple Pregnancy:
Women will have two or more babies may need a cesarean. Many women who have twins can give birth by vaginal delivery. However, if babies are born prematurely or are not well placed in the uterus, it may need a cesarean. The likelihood of cesarean delivery increases with the number of babies a woman carries.
When work labor does not progress:
Roughly one third of cesarean deliveries were performed because labor does not progress. In these cases, the contractions can not open the cervix enough for the baby to move through the vagina. Sometimes the doctor can initiate or speed up labor with medication if labor is progressing slowly. You may be required several hours to determine that labor is not progressing properly. Because of this, doctors can observe for several hours before deciding that you need a cesarean.
Concern for the baby:
The baby may develop a problem during labor and may need a caesarean section. The reason may be that the cord is pressed or compressed or not enough blood flows to the baby from the placenta. Sometimes fetal monitoring can detect abnormal heart rhythms. If this problem persists, it may be necessary to perform a caesarean section.
Another possible reason for a cesarean birth: A baby
-large.
-breech or feet.
-Infections of the mother (such as immunodeficiency virus or human herpes).
-medical conditions of the mother.
-Placenta previa is an irregularity in which the placenta is under the baby and covers all or part of the cervix. This will block the baby's exit from the uterus. Another problem that may arise is the premature detachment of the placenta. This happens when the placenta separates before the birth of the baby and cut the flow of oxygen to the baby. These two irregularities can cause heavy bleeding and may require cesarean delivery.
after Cesarean Birth:
Having had a baby by caesarean section earlier effects on the need to have another caesarean again. Many women who have given birth by caesarean section before they can give birth vaginally. However, a vaginal birth after cesarean delivery is not a good option for women when there is a substantial risk of uterine rupture.
deciding whether you can give birth vaginally after a cesarean delivery, a factor is the type of uterine incision, no skin incision, used in the previous birth by cesarean section. Sometimes a vertical incision is used (called classical incision), which increases the risk of uterine rupture during labor. If you have this type of incision should not attempt to give birth vaginally.
procedure.
In most hospitals, your partner can stay with you in the operating room for cesarean delivery. However, this may depend on whether you will be awake during surgery and emergency surgery. In some cases, cesarean delivery can be performed as an emergency and no time to prepare in advance.
Preparation.
Before a cesarean delivery, a nurse will prepare for the operation. You may be given a drug that helps reduce acid in the stomach. This will help prevent stomach acid from reaching their lungs and causing problems. Also clean the abdomen and perhaps shave. Then a catheter (tube) into your bladder. Keep an empty bladder reduces the likelihood of injury during surgery. I placed an intravenous catheter in a vein in your arm or hand. This will allow fluids and medications during surgery.
Anesthesia.
will be given anesthesia so they do not feel pain during surgery. This can be general anesthesia, epidural or spinal anesthesia. If general anesthesia is used, you will not be awake during the birth.
The epidural numbs the lower body. An injection in an area of \u200b\u200bthe spine in the lower back. It is possible that a small catheter is inserted in this space for more medication to manage through it later if necessary. In this way, do not need another injection. Spinal anesthesia is similar to epidural anesthesia. It also numbs the lower body and is administered in the same way, but the drug is injected directly into the cerebrospinal fluid.
The type of anesthesia used depends on many factors, including the welfare of you and your baby. The doctor will talk to you about the types of anesthesia and take into account your wishes.
Delivery.
The doctor makes an incision through the skin and abdominal wall. The skin incision may be transverse (horizontal) or vertical, just above the pubic hairline. Move the muscles of the abdomen and, in most cases do not need cutting. Another incision is then made in the wall of the uterus. The incision in the uterine wall is also transverse or vertical.
is preferred transverse incision whenever possible because it is at the bottom and thinner of the uterus and results in less blood loss. Also heals better. Sometimes, however, requires a vertical incision, for example if you have a very premature baby and the baby's head is not in vertex (head down). The baby is removed through the incisions, then cut the umbilical cord and placenta is then removed. The uterus is closed with stitches that later dissolve in the body. To close the skin stitches or surgical staples used.
complications.
As with any major surgery, cesarean birth involves risks. These problems occur in a small number of women and generally required treatment is simple:
The uterus and nearby pelvic organs or the incision in the skin may become infected.
You can lose blood, sometimes enough to require a transfusion.
You can develop blood clots in the legs, pelvic organs or lungs.
can injure the bowel or bladder, or having a reaction to medication provided.