What does caesarian mean?
A caesarian section is a surgical operation in which a baby is delivered through an incision in the mother's abdomen. It is often performed when a vaginal delivery is not possible or safe, and is typically recommended by a doctor due to the baby's position or the mother's health concerns. The procedure involves making an incision in the mother's abdomen and uterus, and delivering the baby through this incision. A caesarian section is a major surgical procedure and should only be performed by a qualified medical professional. It is often used as a last resort when a vaginal delivery is not possible or safe, and is typically associated with a longer recovery time than a vaginal delivery. Despite this, a caesarian section can be a safe and effective way to deliver a baby, and is often used in situations where a vaginal delivery is not possible or safe.
nounA surgical operation in which a baby is delivered through an incision in the mother's abdomen, often performed when a vaginal delivery is not possible or safe.
- A surgical operation in which a baby is delivered through an incision in the mother's abdomen.
"The doctor recommended a caesarian section due to the baby's position and the mother's health concerns."
"The doctor recommended a caesarian section due to the baby's position and the mother's health concerns."
"The mother had a caesarian delivery after a long and complicated labor."
The plural form 'caesarians' is used to refer to multiple babies delivered by caesarian section.
"The hospital has seen a rise in caesarians in recent years."
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Etymology of caesarian
The term 'caesarian' comes from the Latin word 'caedere', meaning 'to cut'. This refers to the incision made in the mother's abdomen during the procedure. The term 'caesarian' has been used in English since the 17th century, and has been associated with the surgical delivery of babies since the 19th century.
Usage notes
A caesarian section is a major surgical procedure and should only be performed by a qualified medical professional. It is often used as a last resort when a vaginal delivery is not possible or safe.