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C-section

A C-section, or Cesarean section, is a surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus. It is performed when a vaginal birth poses risks to the mother or baby.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to a high rate of the procedure in Turkey and ongoing public debate about its necessity and associated myths.

Latest on C-section

  • Ah Girls Go Army actress Apple Chan gives birth to baby girl at 32 weeks after emergency C-section
  • 'Easy way out', ugly scars and unhealthy babies: Doctors debunk 10 C-section myths
  • Erdogan pushes for ‘natural’ births amid Turkey’s high C-section rate

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