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Article by: Devyanee
According to the data currently available, cesarean sections are performed in 21% of births. First things first, delivering a baby via cesarean section requires cutting through the mother’s abdominal wall. But there’s no denying that most modern mothers behave this way. Cesarean sections are occasionally required to save lives, such as when labor complications occur, but there is a growing concern that they are sometimes carried out too frequently.
The first thing that comes to mind when there is an increase in cesareans is that it can increase the likelihood of complications for both the mother and the new-born. Although there are less risks than with vaginal delivery, the mother is still at greater risk of bleeding, infection, and other complications. The infant on the other hand, is more likely to get obesity, asthma and other disorders. Knowing that there is a high probability that it will suffer an injury during the procedure makes it much more heart-breaking.
If this trend continues to grow, there may be a shortage of resources and exorbitant healthcare costs. When comparing the cost of a cesarean procedure against vaginal birth, the cesarean section is $9,000 more expensive. Also, there is a greater demand than typical requirement for resources.
Nonetheless, we should be aware that sometimes a C-section is the safest option for both the mother and the baby. A C-section may be necessary, for example, if the mother is in poor health and the infant is in danger of not being delivered safely because of fetal distress or a prolapsed umbilical cord during labor.
To summarize, while the number of cesarean sections performed is increasing, it is critical to ensure that mothers have access to safe and appropriate care throughout their pregnancies and delivery, and that cesarean sections are only performed when medically necessary.
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