Caesarean section: indications and recovery after childbirth

Caesarean section: indications and recovery after childbirth

Caesarean section is one of the most common operations in the world and its frequency is increasing, especially in high- and middle-income countries.

The frequency of cesarean sections in women in labor has reached "epidemic proportions." This is often because women are unable to receive quality medical care during natural childbirth.

There are indications for a planned cesarean section:

  • repeat cesarean sectiorepeat cesarean section;n;

  • multiple pregnancies;

  • narrow pelvis of the pregnant woman;

  • placenta previa;

  • large fetal weight;

  • deformed pelvic bones;

  • transverse position of the fetus;

cardiovascular diseases.

Indications for emergency cesarean section are:

  • Placental detachment;

  • lack of oxygen to the fetus;

  • absence of labor activity and response to its stimulation;

  • prolapse of the umbilical cord, etc.

Before the operation of cesarean section it is necessary to make a plan: choose a team of doctors (anesthesiologist, obstetrician-gynecologist), determine the date of the operation and the method of anesthesia.

During the cesarean section

  • In Swiss clinics, your health and the baby's condition are monitored and controlled with modern, highly sensitive devices. Caesarean sections are performed by a team of doctors with extensive experience.

  • If you want, during the cesarean section you can be supported by a close person: husband, mom, sister, girlfriend. Support, sympathy positively influence the working process.

  • About 98% of cesarean sections in clinics are performed under regional anesthesia (epidural anesthesia). This type of anesthesia is best for you and your baby.

Postpartum recovery

In the post-operative period, a team of nurses will make sure you recover as quickly as possible. Swiss clinics use an innovative approach that minimizes the traumatic effects of surgery and reduces the risk of complications after a cesarean section.

Cohabitation between mother and baby helps the patient to recover quickly after a cesarean section.

The patient is administered anesthesia for a few days. In addition, if necessary, antibacterial therapy may be prescribed.

As a rule, after the operation, the mother is still in the postoperative department under the supervision of a doctor for another day. If there are no complications during this period, she is transferred to the postpartum ward.

In the first few weeks after surgery, it is better to avoid hyperactivity and rest as much as possible. Regular walks, proper nutrition and the support of loved ones are the best recipe for finding a new mom after cesarean section.

The disadvantages of cesarean section include:

  • postoperative pain;

  • the presence of a scar on the abdomen;

  • long recovery time;

  • low likelihood of a natural birth in the future.

Regardless of the nature of your baby's birth, the most important thing is to trust the doctor who will be there for you throughout the process.