Cesarean section uterine incision

During a cesarean section, an incision is made on the uterus. Most of the time, a transverse incision is used, which makes the incision look more beautiful after the operation. Caesarean section is performed to avoid harm to the fetus and mother when natural birth is not possible. Generally, the uterus will return to normal about three months after the operation. It is best to go to the hospital to check the recovery of the uterus three months after delivery. The method of delivery chosen should be based on the condition of the body and the fetus.

What does a cesarean section uterine incision look like?

The incision on the uterus is generally a horizontal incision, which looks beautiful after surgery. A vertical incision makes it easier to take the fetus out, and both types of incisions provide good recovery. However, the vertical cutting method is less used.

A new technology, namely uterine forearm resection and repair, is used for the uterine incision during cesarean section. Choose a uterine incision and cut the uterus to deliver the fetus: When choosing a uterine incision, try to avoid the placenta, which can greatly reduce intraoperative bleeding. However, if the placenta covers a large area of ​​the anterior wall of the uterus and cannot be avoided, we will choose to make an incision in the anterior wall of the uterus where the placenta is relatively weak and the fetus can be easily removed, and make a hole in the placenta to remove the fetus. Use multiple oval forceps to quickly clamp the placenta and uterine incision together, and inject oxytocin into the uterus. The drug must be used under the guidance of a doctor.

How long does it take for the uterus to recover after a cesarean section?

It takes three months to recover after a hysterectomy. After a cesarean section, the uterus will return to its original position in three months. Generally speaking, the uterus returns to normal size in about 2 months after a caesarean section. Ultrasound examination is needed to determine whether the uterus has recovered after delivery. If the uterus is two or three months pregnant, it cannot be touched by the abdominal wall. As you said, it feels hard and is concave with the belly button as the center. This is not the uterus, but the surgical scar on the abdominal wall.

Advantages of Caesarean Section

When vaginal delivery is absolutely impossible for some reason, a cesarean section can save the lives of mother and baby. If an elective cesarean section is performed before contractions begin, the mother can be spared the pain of labor. When there are other diseases in the abdominal cavity, they can also be treated together. For example, combined ovarian tumors or subserosal uterine fibroids can be removed at the same time. In addition, ligation surgery is also very convenient. If there are situations where it is not suitable to retain the uterus, such as severe infection, incomplete uterine rupture, multiple uterine fibroids, etc., it can be removed at the same time. Many pregnancy complications and pregnancy termination are caused by clinicians choosing cesarean section to reduce the impact of complications on mother and child. If the placenta is previa, the mother may suffer from heavy bleeding if she gives birth naturally, which may put her life in danger. In addition, cesarean section is more suitable for situations such as giving birth to multiple babies.