the delivery of a fetus by surgical incision through the abdominal wall and uterus (from the belief that Julius Caesar was born that way)
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c-section::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | abdominal delivery, caesarean, caesarean delivery, caesarean section, caesarian, caesarian delivery, caesarian section, cesarean, cesarean delivery, cesarean section, cesarian, cesarian section |
| Type of | delivery, obstetrical delivery |
Examples of c-section
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In the U.S., approximately one quarter of all babies are delivered by C-section.
From the cnn.com
He denies that the C-section rate went up because doctors fear lawyers like him.
From the ocregister.com
Usually, the timing is chosen only after a C-section has been deemed necessary.
From the online.wsj.com
On Aug. 10, Lily Caroline Sullivan came into the world via a scheduled C-section.
From the delawareonline.com
In his day, a C-section was generally attempted only when the mother was dying.
From the newsobserver.com
They proceed knowing that a C-section could be required if complications develop.
From the charlotteobserver.com
Two days later, as fluid collected around Mel's heart, doctors did a C-section.
From the al.com
The birth was done by a scheduled C-section so Repko could be sure to be there.
From the signonsandiego.com
For many very good reasons, your OB may deliver your baby early or via C-section.
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