What are the indicators for caesarean section

Nowadays, the most common delivery in gynecological hospitals is cesarean section. There are very few women who give birth naturally. This is because many women cannot stand the process of natural birth and find it difficult and painful, so they choose cesarean section. Some doctors will also recommend cesarean section to women because it is less dangerous than natural birth. So what are the indicators for cesarean section? The editor will give you a detailed introduction below.

What is a Caesarean Section?

Caesarean section is a method of delivery through incision in the abdominal wall. This is because when waiting for natural delivery but the lives of the mother and fetus are in danger, the fetus needs to be delivered urgently. At this time, caesarean section must be performed.

14 indicators for choosing a cesarean section

1. Fetal distress:

This is because the fetus is in a dangerous state due to lack of oxygen, and may also die in the womb. The situation is even more critical if the heart rate is less than 120/min.

2. The fetus is too large:

The fetus is too large to be delivered through the pelvic cavity. For example: A diabetic mother may have the problem of the fetus being too large.

3. Small pelvis:

Some mothers who are too short have a small pelvis and do not have enough space for the fetus to be delivered through the pelvic cavity.

4. Incorrect fetal position:

The correct delivery should be that the top of the fetus's head emerges first. Incorrect fetal positions include Breech Presentation, Face Presentation, Transverse Position, etc.

5. Mild pregnancy-induced hypertension syndrome:

If the mother suffers from hypertension, proteinuria, or edema syndrome, the fetus will not be able to obtain sufficient nutrition and oxygen from the placenta, nor will it be able to withstand the stress of the delivery process.

6. The natural production process cannot continue:

Because the mother's uterine contractions are weak and the cervix is ​​insufficiently dilated, the fetus cannot be delivered.

7. Immature fetus:

An immature fetus is weaker, usually less than 36 weeks and less than 5 pounds, and may not be able to withstand the stress of natural delivery.

8. The fetus is smaller than the actual month:

An imperfect placenta results in insufficient nutrition and oxygen supply to the fetus, resulting in a weak fetus that is smaller than its actual size.

9. Placenta previa, also known as low-lying placenta, can cause bleeding and block the fetus' birth channel if the placenta is attached too low to the uterus.

10. Placental abruption:

Placental abruption is usually an emergency condition caused by high blood pressure or trauma, resulting in vaginal bleeding.

11. Ovarian cysts:

Cysts in the mother's ovaries can prevent the birth of the fetus.

12. Uterine fibroids:

Fibroids in the mother's uterus can hinder the birth of the fetus.

13. The mother suffers from a certain disease:

For example: diabetes, kidney disease, etc., will cause stress to both the mother and the fetus.

14. Those who have undergone caesarean section:

This is the most common indication for cesarean section. Because she had undergone cesarean delivery before and her uterus was more vulnerable to injury, she decided to use Caesarean Delivery to reduce the risk of uterine rupture.