caesarean birth

AIIMS nurse death: Doctor says Kaur was operated upon without anaesthesia

Doctors from the Gynaecology and Anaesthesia Departments committed a series of procedural lapses that led to the nursing officer's death, says the doctor.​

Mar 02, 2017, 11:29 AM IST

Giving birth by C-section or vaginal birth – Which is better for the mother and baby?

A C-section, although relatively safe, should be considered only when the health of either the mother or baby is at risk from vaginal delivery.

Feb 23, 2017, 13:05 PM IST

AIIMS nurse death: Consequences of delaying a necessary C-section

However, delaying a necessary C-section can cause severe or permanent medical complications to the mother and the baby or even death. 

Feb 22, 2017, 14:05 PM IST

Led by wealthy urban women, caesarean sections rise in India

A caesarean section may be necessary when vaginal delivery poses a risk to the mother or baby. 

Feb 10, 2017, 12:34 PM IST