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Hindi Commentary, J Womens Health Issues Care Vol: 5 Issue: 2
Caesarean Section Epidemic: A Cause for Concern
| Haresh U. Doshi* | |
| Professor & Chief of Unit of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gujarat Cancer Society Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, India | |
| Corresponding author : Haresh U. Doshi Professor & Chief of Unit of Obst-Gynec, Gujarat Cancer Society Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Opp. DRM office, Nr Chamunda bridge, Naroda road, Ahmedabad – 380025, India Tel: 079-66048000 E-mail: doshiharesh@hotmail.com |
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| Received: December 12, 2015 Accepted: March 03, 2016 Published: March 07, 2016 | |
| Citation: Doshi HU(2016) Caesarean Section Epidemic: A Cause for Concern. J Womens Health, Issues Care 5:2. doi:10.4172/2325-9795.1000222 |
Abstract
Increased safety of caesarean section operation has led to increase in the incidence to an alarming level. Currently it is the most common surgery performed in females worldwide. It is reported to > 30 % in some of the cities in India. WHO had issued statement that 10-15 % rate of caesarean section is medically justified. Although safe, caesarean section is not as safe as vaginal delivery. The mortality and morbidity of caesarean section is quite high as compared to vaginal delivery. Caesarean sections on demand, done for convenience or for commercial reasons are unjustified. Changing the attitude of both patients as well as doctors will only help in controlling this epidemic which is highly and urgently needed.
