Caesarean

usgb/sɪˈzeriən/
noun

A surgical operation for delivery of a baby, where a cut is made through the mother's lower abdomen and womb.

The doctor decided to perform a caesarean to ensure the safety of both the mother and the baby.
Visual representation of "caesarean" - A surgical operation for delivery of a baby, where a cut is made through the mother's lower abdomen and womb.

Often appears as...

  • emergency caesarean
  • plan a caesarean

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Formal

Technical

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Medical Procedure

A caesarean is not a disease or condition but a type of surgery to deliver a baby.

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Due to the baby's position, a caesarean was necessary.
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Not Always Planned

Caesareans can be unplanned, usually due to unexpected issues during natural birth.

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After hours of labor, the decision was made for an emergency caesarean.
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Pronounced Carefully

Pronounce it as 'sez-uh-ree-uhn', stressing the first and third syllables.

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The nurse explained the caesarean procedure to the expectant parents.
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