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Woes of the Womb
Experts rank hysterectomy as the second most common gynaecological surgical procedure after Caesarean sections.
WHO tries to curb rise of caesarean deliveries by revising childbirth guidelines
While rates of interventions like c-sections vary among regions, WHO has seen what it considers a worrying rise in such practices worldwide.
'Vaginal seeding' for C-section babies could be unsafe, doctors warn
There is simply no evidence to suggest it has benefits — and it may carry potential risks.
Caesarean born babies more likely to be obese, says study
New study finds children born via caesarean are more likely to have unbalanced amount of good and bad bacteria in their gut.
Early caesarean puts children at risk of developing respiratory illnesses
Study further states each additional week spent in womb is associated with 14 percent reduction in risk of poor cardio-respiratory health.
Chinese woman begs for c-section before killing herself in shocking footage
The baby's head was too big for a natural delivery and was causing excruciating pain to the woman.
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Mothers who opt for caesarean births put babies at risk of obesity and diabetes
Babies born through caesarean section are prone to problems with metabolism, hormones and endocrine system leading to diabetes.