An older cesarean section closure technique may reduce the complications caused by the surgery. Though faster, the technique now used most frequently seems to be responsible for the creation of ...

Newborns delivered by cesarean section who are swabbed with the vaginal fluid of their mothers after birth have beneficial bacteria restored to their skin surface and stools, according to a new study.

As cesarean delivery (C-section) rates continue to rise worldwide, experts at NYU Langone Health are highlighting a surgical technique that may help lower the risk of long-term complications. The ...

Is your baby in an awkward position? Is your labor not progressing? Do you have other health concerns? In any of these situations, you might need a cesarean delivery — commonly known as a cesarean ...

C-section, also called cesarean birth, has become more common around the world. While it can be life-saving for both mother and baby when medically needed, many myths surround the procedure. These ...

Medically reviewed by Lulu Zhao, M.D. Key Takeaways Recovering from a C-section usually takes around six weeks, and rest is ...

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