C-section

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Definition

Cesarean section—surgical delivery of a baby through an incision in the abdomen when vaginal birth isn't advisable or possible. The sunroof exit method that has saved countless lives but sparked endless mommy-wars debates.

Example Usage

After 18 hours of labor going nowhere, they decided on a C-section, and suddenly the baby had an express route out.

Origin

Named after Julius Caesar, though he almost certainly wasn't born this way—his mother survived his birth, which was unheard of for the procedure at that time

Fun Fact

The WHO recommends C-section rates around 10-15%, but some countries and private hospitals have rates exceeding 50%, suggesting medical necessity isn't the only factor.

Source: Obstetrics terminology

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