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Alternative Names: Abdominal delivery; Abdominal birth; Cesarean section Risks: C-sections have become very safe procedures. The rate of serious complications, such as maternal death related to C-section delivery, is extremely low. Text Continues Below However, certain risks are higher after C-section than after vaginal delivery: Risks due to anesthesia: Reactions to medications Problems breathing Risks related to surgery: Bleeding Infection Additional risks specific to C-section: Infection of the bladder or uterus Injury to the urinary tract Injury to the baby

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