A specialist in
obstetrics and gynecology has warned about the increasing number of cesarean
deliveries without medical necessity, stating that performing this surgery
without reason can seriously endanger the health of both mother and baby.
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According to Webda, Dr. Mona Esmi, a faculty member at
Alborz University of Medical Sciences, explained that a cesarean section is a
major abdominal surgery.
She noted that while this procedure can save the lives of
the mother and baby in emergency situations, performing it without justified
medical reasons has adverse consequences. Referring to the main complications
of cesarean delivery for the mother, she said: increased risk of infection,
severe bleeding, blood clots in the legs or lungs (thromboembolism), prolonged
pain, abnormal placental adhesion in future pregnancies, and in severe cases,
the need for additional surgeries such as hysterectomy are among these
complications.
Dr. Esmi added that with each cesarean section, the risk of
maternal complications in subsequent pregnancies increases, potentially
exposing the mother to more serious dangers. Regarding the consequences of
cesarean delivery for the newborn, the specialist stated that cesarean birth
can be associated with respiratory problems, especially in deliveries before
the 39th week of pregnancy, increased likelihood of jaundice, disruption in the
formation of the infant’s gut microbiome, and in some cases, minor injuries
caused by the surgical blade.
Citing warnings from the World Health Organization, she
emphasized that preventing the first unnecessary cesarean plays a key role in
reducing the chain of maternal and neonatal complications. Dr. Esmi concluded
by saying that in most cases, natural childbirth is the safest and most
appropriate method for delivery, and mothers should make informed decisions
about the type of delivery through proper awareness and consultation
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