INCREASING CESAREAN SECTION RATE: A GLOBAL PROBLEM AND THE SITUATION IN UZBEKISTAN
Keywords:
cesarean section, childbirth methods, maternal health, neonatal outcomes, operative deliveryAbstract
In recent decades, a significant global increase in the rate of cesarean section has been observed. Although the World Health Organization recommends performing cesarean delivery only when medically indicated, this surgical intervention is increasingly used as a primary mode of childbirth in many countries. Unjustified cesarean sections are associated with higher risks of short- and long-term complications for both mothers and newborns. This article examines the global trends and underlying medical, social, and organizational factors contributing to the rising cesarean section rates. Particular attention is given to the current situation in Uzbekistan, highlighting national practices, challenges, and strategies aimed at optimizing childbirth management and improving maternal and perinatal health outcomes.
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