Cesarean

Also Cae·sar·e·an,

[si-zair-ee-uhn]

noun

(sometimes lowercase)

1. Also called Cesarean section,. Informal, C-section. an operation by which a fetus is taken from the uterus by cutting through the walls of the abdomen and uterus.

adjective

1. of or relating to a Cesarean.

2. Caesarean.

Cesarean

/ sɪˈzɛərɪən /

adjective

1. variant spellings of Caesarean

Other Word Forms

• post-Cesarean adjective

Example Sentences

Besides delayed introduction of allergenic foods, other risk factors include cesarean section births and antibiotic exposure, according to Hill.

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"Cesarean delivery in particular appears to increase the risk for severe pain and sleep disorders, which can lead to postpartum depression, thinking and memory problems, and fatigue, as well as disrupt bonding with their babies and relationships with family and friends."

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Why would it be acceptable for a pregnant woman to refuse a cesarean section if physicians feel that procedure would improve the outcome for the fetal person?

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After recovering from a cesarean section and sitting out for two months to allow her stitches to heal, she returned to play two weeks into the season in August.

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The average total cost for vaginal births is $14,768 and for cesarean sections is about $26,280, according to UW Health data.

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